Associate Prototype Technician

Integer Holdings Corporation; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Integer Holdings Corporation seeks an assembler to build catheter components and assemblies for production. You will follow prints and specifications, inspect parts, and contribute to prototype-to-production transitions.

Required: high school diploma, 3+ years in catheter-related or regulated assembly, and familiarity with microscopes and measurement tools. Strong documentation and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: 3 years catheter-related work experience and/or 3-5 years light assembly experience in a regulated industry; associate’s degree or above with a minimum 0-3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assembles component parts per print and using manual/automatic equipment.
• Supports engineering builds and documentation of build notes.
• Reads and interprets drawings, specifications, and schematics.
• Performs assembly/inspection per GDP and documents results.
• Participates in process/product improvement and team activities.
• Ensures compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Excellent communication

Microscope familiarity

Measuring devices

Reading drawings

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Microscopes

Measuring tools

IPC soldering standards

Job description

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.

At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.

Customer

We focus on our customers’ success

Innovation

We create better solutions

Collaboration

We create success together

Inclusion

We always interact with others respectfully

Candor

We are open and honest with one another

Integrity

We do the right things and do things right

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Adheres to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
• Constructs engineering samples and prototypes to specifications and requirements with direction from the Engineering team.
• Assists in organization of engineering build notes and documentation from all prototype builds. Supports Engineers in the creation of build documentation.
• Provides value-add feedback to design engineers through post-build reviews, design reviews, and documentation reviews.
• Reads and understands drawings, specifications, schematics, and sketches.
• Supports initial production builds and transition from engineering to production.
• Assembles component parts as per print. Utilizes both manual and automatic machine operation.
• Visually and/or dimensionally inspects parts and/or completed assemblies for conformance to specifications. Completes required Device History Records and other manufacturing documentation per Good Documented Practices (GDP). Identifies and escalates quality non-conformances.
• Sets up equipment needed for assembly/inspection as per work instructions or as dictated by the product configuration.
• Participates in team activities focusing on process/product improvement, problem resolution, and customer satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: 3 years catheter-related work experience and/or 3-5 years light assembly experience in a regulated industry required; medical device experience preferred. Associate’s degree or above with a minimum 0-3 years of experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Special Skills: Excellent communication skills required. Familiarity with microscopes and measuring devices required. Certification for industry specific assembly requirements such as IPC soldering standards for the Medical device and Military markets desired. Technical training in welding, material science, and one year related quality experience preferred.
• Specialized Knowledge: Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed instruction and/or available documentation. Must possess the ability to recognize obvious defects in workmanship. Demonstrates competency in multiple critical assembly processes. Demonstrate ability to be flexible; work independently and in a production-line setting and in multiple locations within the facility. Ability to work with a variety of equipment and instruments such as Hot boxes, Ovens, Split die bonders, Cath-Tip/tipping machines, Soldering irons, and Injection Molders. Knowledge in Microsoft Office products.

Salary range for this position is $23.80-$34.90 per hour.

• base wages, a cash-based incentive program supporting our pay-for-performance philosophy, overtime pay, shift differentials, and call-in pay, when applicable.
• medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits.
• Parental leave is available after one year.
• Optional employee-paid programs include supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance.
• Employees are immediately eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• We provide 80 hours (10 days) of company designated holidays per year plus an annual allotment of paid time off.

U.S. Applicants: Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.