Assembly Technician 2

Intuitive; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive is seeking a manufacturing assembler in Peachtree Corners, GA. You will join a team to assemble a variety of products, ensuring quality and productivity goals are met in a controlled manufacturing environment.

You will operate equipment, perform changeovers, inspect work, and document processes while supporting team performance and safety policies. This role requires basic math, good English skills, and the ability to work on-site in shifts.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1–2 years previous mechanical assembly experience preferred.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, write and understand English; present information in a group.
• Mathematical Skills: Basic arithmetic, tolerances, averages.
• Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense, report quality issues, suggest improvements.
• Computer skills: Use PCs and online documentation.
• Other: Ability to work varying shifts; team environment; clean room PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products according to standard work instructions and prints.
• Operate and set up production equipment/fixtures as needed.
• Become proficient at multiple assembly tasks while meeting workmanship, safety and productivity requirements.
• Perform preparation work such as line clearance and changeover.
• Inspect own and others' work; perform basic repairs as needed.
• Mentor others in areas of expertise as needed.
• Complete manufacturing documentation; initiate material requests; report quality issues, efficiency, and measurements.
• Maintain accurate identification and count of materials; report shortages.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading & writing English

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Basic math

Computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.

As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.

Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.

Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.

Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let's advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position

The primary objective for this person is to assemble a variety of products, meeting quality and productivity goals, within a manufacturing work environment. This person would work closely with fellow team members, the area Lead, and the supervisor to achieve team performance goals in the areas of Efficiency, DPU, Hours Reporting Accuracy, Scrap, Inventory Accuracy, and Time Lost Accuracy. Goals are set in each of these areas for each quarter and overall team performance is measured against them.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Assemble a variety of products according to standard work instructions and prints.
• Operate and set up (as needed), production equipment/fixtures.
• Become proficient at multiple assembly tasks while meeting requirements for workmanship, safety and productivity.
• Perform preparation work such as line clearance and changeover.
• Perform inspection of own and other’s work. Perform simple repairs on own or other’s work.
• Mentor others in areas of expertise (as needed).
• Properly complete manufacturing documentation. Initiate basic material requests, report quality issues, report efficiency, record measurements as needed. May report work order information into computer.
• Maintain the accuracy of identification and count of point-of-use materials. Accurately determine and report material shortages.
• Follow all corporate, regulatory, safety and production policies and procedures.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skill/Job Requirements:

• Education: Minimum High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 1 - 2 years previous mechanical assembly experience preferred.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, write and understand English. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees, supervisors, or engineers.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract multi-digit numbers (including decimals); to multiply and divide; to find averages, percentages and ranges. Ability to determine the minimum, maximum and nominal value when provided with a specification and a tolerance. Ability to perform basic math on a calculator.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions. Ability to report quality issues. Ability to suggest simple process improvements.
• Computer skills: Ability to use personal computers as part of daily work. Ability to use on-line documentation.
• Other skills and abilities: Ability to work varying shifts. Must have the ability to complete training courses. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to use clocks, timers, tools, and rulers. Ability to work in a controlled environment room (ie clean room), this includes wearing clean room gowns, head caps, booties as well as meeting other clean room standards such as no jewelry or make-up.

Performance Requirements

Refer to the following promotion criteria for internal employees:

• Maintains an acceptable attendance and quality record that is in good standing, not on a VW or WW.
• Minimum Employee Evaluator score of a "B" or >23.4 for the last six months.
• Meets CCEE's at every level.
• Demonstrates proficiency in GMP and GDP practices.
• Understands how to properly dispose of hazardous waste.
• Understands the difference between Cycle Time and Takt Time.
• Updates SPIN/NEPTUNE as needed to ensure activities are captured accurately.
• 0 findings from Standard Work Audits in the past 6 months.
• Consistently meet the certification time when working on the line.

Training And Certification Requirements

• Systems
• Must be certified to MPIs which total 2.5 hours or greater for average reference build times.
• Instruments and Accessories
• Must meet the I&A Training Points of 7 or more.

Equivalencies (if There Are No Training Opportunities)

• Systems
• Bumps and slides when necessary and if applicable
• Technician average actual build time for MPIs worked on during the last six months recommended to be within the top 20% of peers.
• Performs basic rework.
• Instruments
• N/A

Additional Information

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.

Accommodations & Accessibility Notice

Intuitive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact People Services at [e-mail].

Compensation

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.

Base Salary Range Region 1: $27 - $36

Base Salary Range Region 2: $23 - $31

Shift: Day

Workplace Type: Onsite - This job is fully onsite.