Equipment Operator III

Smiths Medical; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Equipment Operator III, where you'll be at the forefront of ensuring the efficient operation of advanced automated assembly machines. This role is crucial in maintaining the highest quality standards for medical devices, requiring a keen eye for detail and strong mechanical skills. You will be responsible for performing complex tasks, troubleshooting machine faults, and conducting minor repairs, all within a clean room environment. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and possess critical thinking abilities, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the medical device industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in machine operation required.
• High school diploma or GED is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain complex automated assembly machines.
• Perform machine adjustments, repairs, and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Critical Thinking Skills

Machine Operation

Mechanical Repairs

Flexibility in Operating Machines

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Inventory Management Systems

Job description

Job Title

Equipment Operator III

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Position Summary

An Equipment Operator III is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of highly complex automated assembly machines. This individual will ensure the continued operation of assembly machines through interpretation of and appropriate response to machine faults and through frequent alignment of stations and fixtures. This individual will perform highly complex, repetitive tasks associated with machine operation and is expected to endure a high level of equipment attentiveness. The operator is also responsible for ensuring that medical devices are assembled with the highest quality possible.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. All Essential Duties & Responsibilities of Machine Operator II, in addition to those outlined below:
2. Able to learn highly complex operations easily and quickly
3. Product quality is highly dependent on operator capability
4. Capable of performing major machine adjustments, changeovers, and setups without maintenance intervention (e.g., feeder bowl installation, fixture changes, etc.)
5. Makes minor mechanical repairs as needed on equipment (e.g., changing continuity test head on CAM, changing pins on CLC)
6. Perform or assist preventive maintenance on equipment
7. Must possess superior critical thinking skills. Able to investigate and analyze data to resolve problems
8. Able to demonstrate flexibility in operating multiple highly complex machines:

• Involve solvent bonding, shot weight measurements
• Are typically more than 10 stations, multiple components
• Have high levels of operator attention
• Have precise station and fixture alignments
• Involve changeover of bowls or fixtures

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Basic Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word) and computer experience preferred
• Knowledge of inventory management systems
• Knowledge of machine maintenance or repair

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3+ years' experience required

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Travel Requirements

Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Use solvents, glue, or solder
• Must be able to perform visual inspections with and without the aid of magnification tools
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• This job operates in a clean room environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for the duration of the shift
• Must be able to repetitively move and lift objects of up to 20 lbs

ICU Medical is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.