Assembly Technician - Medical Device

Proclinical; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Proclinical is seeking a R&D Assembly Technician in Acton, MA for a contract role supporting the development and assembly of medical devices in a cleanroom environment. You will work with manual and semi-automated equipment, following detailed work instructions, and documenting observations and outcomes to support engineering analysis.

On-site 5 days per week from 8am to 5pm, familiarity with GMP/ISO standards is preferred, and strong attention to detail plus a collaborative approach will help

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, R&D, or assembly tech/operator role.
• Experience in medical devices or cleanroom environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and semi-automated assembly of small, intricate components for early-stage R&D builds.
• Operate and maintain basic manufacturing and inspection equipment in a cleanroom or lab environment.
• Follow detailed work instructions, assembly drawings, and process documentation.
• Record observations, process data, and build outcomes to support engineering analysis.
• Collaborate with engineers to share feedback, suggest improvements, and support process refinement.
• Assist in setup and troubleshooting of assembly fixtures and semi-automated tools.
• Support documentation of learnings, deviations, and process updates as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microscope work

Follow detailed instructions

Communication skills

Documentation

Regulated environment awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

3 years manufacturing/R&D/assembly experience

Tools

Documentation tools

Job description

Assembly Technician - Contract - Acton, MA

Do you enjoy working with precision components and contributing to the development of life-changing medical devices?

Proclinical is seeking a R&D Assembly Technician to join our client's team in the US. The R&D Assembly Technician is a hands-on, contract role supporting the development and assembly of medical devices.

Primary Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will support the execution of early-stage R&D manufacturing builds, working with both manual and semi-automated equipment to assemble intricate, small-scale components. The ideal candidate brings a technical mindset, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Skills & Requirements:

• Comfortable working with small parts under a microscope or magnification
• Basic understanding of mechanical assembly and manufacturing processes
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain focus on repetitive tasks
• Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions and learn
• Familiarity with basic computer tools for data entry and documentation
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing or R&D environment preferred

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, R&D, or assembly tech/operator role
• Experience in medical devices or cleanroom environments is a plus

Additional Information:

• Role is based in Acton, MA and requires on-site presence 5 days per week.
• Cleanroom gowning and adherence to GMP/ISO standards may be required
• Expected shift hours are 8am - 5pm

The Assembly Technician's responsibilities will be:

• Perform manual and semi-automated assembly of small, intricate components for early-stage R&D builds
• Operate and maintain basic manufacturing and inspection equipment in a cleanroom or lab environment
• Follow detailed work instructions, assembly drawings, and process documentation
• Record observations, process data, and build outcomes to support engineering analysis
• Collaborate with engineers to share feedback, suggest improvements, and support process refinement
• Assist in setup and troubleshooting of assembly fixtures and semi-automated tools
• Support documentation of learnings, deviations, and process updates as needed

Key Decision Rights:

• Provide input on assembly process improvements and tooling usability
• Communicate observations and potential issues during builds to the engineering team