Assembly Technician, 2nd Shift

Branch Medical Group; Eagleville (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Branch Medical Group, a subsidiary of Globus Medical, assembles medical devices and instrumentation cases for spinal and orthopedic applications in a fast-paced environment. The Assembly Technician ensures products meet company standards per FDA/ISO regulations and collaborates with the department to maintain quality and efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, some related experience, and the ability to work with various tools while adhering to GMP and 5S standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with preferred one year experience.
• Ability to use torque wrenches, hand tools, meters and fixtures.
• Familiarity with GMP environment and reading drawings.
• Ability to work under supervision and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble subassemblies and finished products per SOPs and instructions.
• Set up and operate production equipment per GMP and SOPs.
• Interpret blueprints and ensure assemblies meet specifications.
• Test products and troubleshoot equipment or product issues.
• Generate DHR assembly records.
• Maintain clean, organized work area (5S).
• Assist in material cycle counting and support engineering development.

Skills

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Torque wrenches

Hand tools

Meters

Fixtures

Tooling

Job description

• Self-starter

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.

Branch Medical Group, a subsidiary of Globus Medical Inc., manufactures a wide range of implants for spinal and orthopedic applications as well as design the instrumentation cases that house them. Our passion, combined with Globus’ world-class engineering, transforms clinical insights into tangible musculoskeletal solutions. We are constantly in pursuit of better patient care and understand that speed is critical because life cannot wait.

Position Summary

The Assembly Technician is responsible for assembling medical devices in compliance with applicable FDA, state, OSHA, and ISO regulations and standards. This effort includes, but is not limited to, to be a team player with the ability to function well in a challenging and fast paced environment. This individual works with the entire department to ensure products are made up to company standards.

Essential Functions

• Assembles subassemblies and finished products per standard operating procedures, practices, and work instructions
• Sets up and operates production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures
• Interprets blueprints and utilizes skills to ensure that assemblies are made to specifications
• Tests products and/or subassemblies for functionality or quality. This may include performing test protocols for product qualifications, and troubleshooting problems with equipment, devices, or products
• Generates assembly records for system Device History Records (DHR)
• Maintains a neat and organized work area (5S methodology)
• Separates scrap or waste materials for recycling, reuse, or environmentally sound disposal
• Assists in material cycle counting activities
• Supports engineering development activities
• Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies
• Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role
• Represents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent with at least one year of experience in the field or in a related area preferred
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment (torque wrenches, hand tools, power supplies, meters, fixtures, and tooling)
• Familiarity with GMP environment; reading & checking Bills of Materials, schematics, and machine/assembly drawings
• Ability to work under minimum supervision with a high degree of organizational and technical competence
• Ability to function well under pressure and expend effort to meet schedules and deadlines
• Experience working for a medical device manufacturer preferred
• Small parts assembly experience
• Clean Room experience
• Ability to stand for 8 hours
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter
• Advanced critical thinking and problems-solving skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Required to possess specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus

Our Values

Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.

• Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
• Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
• Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
• Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.