Evening Production Operator & Assembler (Medical Devices)

Cretex Companies, Inc.; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Health clinics

Discretionary holiday bonus

Cretex University

Job summary

Cretex Medical in Minnesota is seeking a Production Operator/Assembler to perform basic to complex machine operations, assembly, inspection, and secondary processes in a regulated environment.

The role requires reading and following English instructions, using measurement tools, maintaining quality and 5S, and cross-training across areas. Shift is Monday–Friday, 2:00 pm–10:30 pm; pay range USD 18.00–22.00 per hour, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Able to read, write and follow written instructions in English.
• Perform basic math, hand–eye coordination, and dexterity.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and measurement equipment.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of clean room environment procedures and regulations preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience using a microscope for stamping and molding implant roles.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and/or dimensional inspection using microscopes, gauges, calipers, or other measurement tools, as required.
• Complete required documentation such as production records, quality checks, setup sheets, and history records.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and implement process enhancements.
• Handle and work with cleaning chemicals such as isopropyl alcohol, detergents, or solvents when needed.
• Maintain an organized, clean work area following 5S expectations.
• Participate in required training and company meetings.
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions, standard work, and applicable quality/ISO/cGMP requirements.
• Cross train across manufacturing areas. Support and comply with the Quality System, ISO, and medical device regulatory requirements.
• Communicate issues with materials, equipment, or processes promptly.
• Assemble and package components and medical devices with increased complexity per specifications.
• Operate advanced manual and semi-automated equipment.
• Perform in-process quality checks and resolve assembly issues.
• Set up and operate production equipment, including loading programs and adjusting parameters.
• Monitor production processes, part quality, and machine performance and escalate as needed.
• Perform operator-level preventive maintenance.
• Execute advanced secondary operations (e.g., trimming, deburring, cleaning, passivation, laser marking, laser welding, label generation & inspection, and/or finishing of components).
• Use precision measurement tools for verification.
• Utilize testing equipment and enter data in the applicable system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read and follow English instructions

Dexterity

Team environment

Strong communication skills

Basic math

Tools

Microscope

Calipers

Gauges

Measurement tools

Job description

Cretex Medical in Minnesota is seeking a Production Operator/Assembler to perform basic to complex machine operations, assembly, inspection, and secondary processes in a regulated environment.

The role requires reading and following English instructions, using measurement tools, maintaining quality and 5S, and cross-training across areas. Shift is Monday–Friday, 2:00 pm–10:30 pm; pay range USD 18.00–22.00 per hour, with comprehensive benefits.