Automation Technician – Device Assembly & Growth

SHL Medical; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Modern facilities

Challenging assignments

International team

Development opportunities

Job summary

SHL Medical in North Charleston, SC is seeking a Production Technician to operate and maintain fully automated assembly equipment in our new state-of-the-art facility. You will be on the front line of daily operations, ensuring machines run with minimal waste and high OEE while following safety and quality policies.

This role offers training opportunities, exposure to advanced manufacturing equipment, and a chance to grow with a global organization in the medical device field.

Qualifications

• Experience operating automated manufacturing equipment.
• Interest in growing in the medical device manufacturing industry.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Ability to document production and machine data in electronic records (FDA).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a Safety-First mindset and follow all Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Operate in accordance with all pre-established Quality Policies and Procedures.
• Analyze machine performance using data and mechanical knowledge to pro-actively address issues.
• Communicate line performance issues and escalate when needed.
• Maximize OEE each shift and ensure line reliability.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual PMs.
• Suggest improvements for safety, quality, and production.
• Support other lines or departments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and records during operations.
• Ensure in-process tests are performed per standard procedures.
• Solve complex operational issues to minimize impact on performance.
• Continually improve technical knowledge of equipment and processes.
• Support installation and validation of new equipment.
• Serve on improvement projects as needed.
• Willing to take on additional tasks to ensure company success.

Skills

Automated equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Mechanical concepts

Teamwork

Learning mindset

SAP familiarity

MES familiarity

Experience in regulated industry

Data recording (EDHR)

Tools

SAP

MES

Job description

SHL Medical in North Charleston, SC is seeking a Production Technician to operate and maintain fully automated assembly equipment in our new state-of-the-art facility. You will be on the front line of daily operations, ensuring machines run with minimal waste and high OEE while following safety and quality policies.

This role offers training opportunities, exposure to advanced manufacturing equipment, and a chance to grow with a global organization in the medical device field.