CNC Machinist - Lead Technician & Process Troubleshooter

Edwards Lifesciences; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a skilled manufacturing technician to operate manual and CNC equipment, fabricate and repair medical device components, and verify tolerances against drawings. You will collaborate with Engineering to implement process changes and support quality output.

Responsibilities include reviewing work orders, coordinating with vendors, performing preventive maintenance, and mentoring junior technicians while adhering to GDP, EH&S, and company guidelines.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent and 15+ years related experience in manufacturing/medical devices.
• Associate's degree or equivalent with CNC/micromachining experience.
• Experience in GMP/GDP and documentation practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up and operate manual and CNC equipment to create, refine, and repair parts, ensuring tolerances per drawings.
• Review work orders, follow SOPs, verify documents, and coordinate with vendors on complex requests.
• Contact third party providers for materials and services, maintain supplies, and place orders as needed.
• Troubleshoot and maintain production equipment to minimize downtime and ensure on-time production.
• Coach and mentor technicians; collaborate with Engineering on drawings and materials to achieve desired outputs.
• Attend to attendance and shift requirements; perform general housekeeping and EH&S/compliance training.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Automation validation

Equipment troubleshooting

Material compatibility

Project management

Preventive maintenance

Controls knowledge

EH&S compliance

GDP adherence

Independent work

Compliance

Education

H.S. Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or equivalent (13 years related experience) Required in CNC and micromachining

15 years previous experience in manufacturing/medical device

Tools

CAD software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Edwards Lifesciences in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a skilled manufacturing technician to operate manual and CNC equipment, fabricate and repair medical device components, and verify tolerances against drawings. You will collaborate with Engineering to implement process changes and support quality output.

Responsibilities include reviewing work orders, coordinating with vendors, performing preventive maintenance, and mentoring junior technicians while adhering to GDP, EH&S, and company guidelines.