Associate Endoscope Technician

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Tennessee

On-site

USD 38,000 - 54,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries, annual bonus and

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Olympus Corporation of the Americas in Bartlett, TN, seeks an entry-level Endoscope Technician to help ensure the safety and proper function of repaired devices. Under supervision, you will evaluate, troubleshoot, disassemble, assemble and inspect endoscopes using precision tools and test equipment.

You will maintain records, follow quality systems and 5S practices, and participate in training. Strong manual dexterity, ability to read manuals, and good verbal and written communication are

Qualifications

High school diploma preferred or equivalent.
Requires 6–12 months of experience with repeatable, detailed processes requiring dexterity.
Medical device manufacturing or repair experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Acquires job skills through technical training and learns policies to complete routine tasks.
Performs repair and service of endoscopes, including evaluation, disassembly and reassembly.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Customer focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microscopes

Test equipment

Hand soldering

Job description

Working Location: Tennessee, Bartlett

Workplace Flexibility: Onsite

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling.

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers .

Job Description

Every Endoscope Technician must understand and accept the responsibility to ensure the safety of all Olympus products that are repaired, by following established processes and procedures.

Under direction of the Production Supervisor, the Technician shall evaluate, troubleshoot, disassembly, assemble, repair and/or inspect Endoscopes to assure proper function. Uses a variety of small hand tools and test equipment to make repairs and facilitate disassembly and reassembly. Completes and maintains accurate service records both electronically and manually. Ensures that safe work practices are employed by observing guidelines established or enforced by Olympus. May be assigned to support business needs by working in other areas outside their primary responsibility. Proactively participates in the quality systems, quality improvement and "5S" programs as directed by the Production Supervisor. Maintains confidentiality of documents and processes.

The Technician must accomplish these objectives while maintaining a clean, well-organized work environment. The Technician will be expected to maintain acceptable standards for attendance and punctuality, and as a condition of employment, work overtime as needed.

All Technicians must have sufficient manual dexterity with small hand tools (such as screwdrivers, electric screwdrivers, pliers, tweezers); experience or ability to work with microscopes, test equipment (such as light sources, video processors, mega ohm testers) and hand soldering, where applicable; good communication skills (both verbal and written); the ability to read and follow manuals, work instructions, job standards and related information; possess basic computer skills (including keyboard and mouse skills); and must be customer focused/oriented.

Job Duties

SKILL: This entry-level Technician acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks. Following the successful completion of technical training and completion of an initial skill set, the Associate Endoscope Technician will perform functions related to the repair and service of endoscopes. The Technician must be able to reach and maintain acceptable levels of productivity and quality, requisite with the amount of time in job.
JOB COMPLEXITY: Participates in technical training in order to become proficient at one stage within the assigned Department. Works on assignments that are routine in nature, requiring limited judgment. Has a role in decision- making, related to repairs.
SUPERVISION: Normally receives detailed instructions on all work. Works under close supervision.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma preferred or equivalent working knowledge and responsibilities.
Requires a minimum of six months to one year of working with repeatable, detailed process requiring dexterity and hand - eye coordination or demonstrated ability to perform medical device manufacturing or repair experience.

Preferred:

Medical device experience.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

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