Engineering Technician 3

Surmodics, Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student debt repayment program

Job summary

Surmodics, Inc. in Eden Prairie, MN, seeks a production operator to manufacture and test products in a GMP environment, following SOPs and quality controls.

The role includes training new hires, scheduling tasks, cycle counts, and supporting coating services while driving continuous improvement and proper documentation.

Candidates should have an associate degree in a laboratory field or 5+ years of production experience, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in laboratory technology or 5+ years of production experience as Operator/Technician.
• Strong organizational and documentation abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer skills relevant to work responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture & test product per SOP in GMP environment.
• Train on processes; ready to train other production personnel.
• Provide project updates to supervisors and engineers; maintain records.
• Monitor inventory of general laboratory supplies.
• Maintain equipment and document maintenance activities; oversee housekeeping.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and monthly/annual checks.
• Edit SOPs for repetitive manufacturing activities; support quality investigations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Education

Associate degree in laboratory technology

Job description

Surmodics is pursuing highly differentiated medical devices that are designed to address unmet clinical needs and engineered to the most demanding requirements. This key growth strategy leverages the combination of the Company’s expertise in proprietary surface technologies, along with enhanced device design, development and manufacturing capabilities. The Company mission remains to improve the detection and treatment of disease.

Job Summary

An individual in this role would be expected to manufacture a limited number of products in accordance with supplied Standard Operating Procedures, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, in a clean, controlled environment. Understanding a wide range of product manufacture, training new hires and being proficient in the maintenance of key equipment. Leadership role including scheduling, cycle counts, and requisitions. Helps support Coating Services including resolution of quality issues and process improvements.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing (70%)

• Manufacture & test product per SOP as directed by the engineer or production planner
• Prepare and submit samples to the appropriate QC department
• Ensure adherence to GMP guidelines for MD Coatings / Commercial Development manufacturing
• Train on all processes and procedures in assigned area and be prepared to train other production personnel

Communication (10%)

• Provide prompt and professional updates
• Provide project updates to supervisors and engineers
• Maintains complete, organized, and up-to-date records
• Verbally reports results and experimental issues to colleagues and supervisor

Efficient & Organized Environment (10%)

• Monitor inventory of general laboratory supplies
• Maintains laboratory equipment and document daily/weekly maintenance activities
• Oversee the routine housekeeping of the production area, cleaning process equipment, etc.
• Keeping equipment on a preventative maintenance schedule
• Perform monthly and annual preventive maintenance as requested

Continuous Improvement (10%)

• Edit standard operating procedures (SOPs) for repetitive manufacturing activities
• Support the resolution of deviations, investigations, non-conformances, and other Quality issues

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in a laboratory technology field (i.e. Chemistry, Biology) or 5+ years of production experience as an Operator/Technician (or equivalent)
• Organizational and documentation skills
• Good interpersonal skills and an ability to take work direction
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Computer skills appropriate for work responsibilities

Surmodics determines base pay by evaluating market data, internal equity, skills, abilities and level of experiences for each unique, potential employee.

Surmodics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus program, 401(k) with employer match, tuition reimbursement and student debt repayment program.

Surmodics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Targeted Salary Range

$55,600—$77,900 USD