Evening Production Operator & Precision Assembler

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Onsite health clinics

Discretionary holiday bonus

Cretex University

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Job summary

Cretex Medical in Minnesota is seeking a Production Operator Assembler to perform complex machine operations, assembly and inspection in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will set up equipment, monitor quality, and perform in-process checks while following ISO/cGMP requirements. This role requires attention to detail, basic math, and the ability to read work instructions. Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience; higher level roles will require more years.
• Ability 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.
• 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.
• 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 elevate 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 (micrometers, digital calipers, drop indicators, pull testers etc.) for verification.
• Utilize testing equipment and enter data in the applicable system.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Reading & writing English

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Microscopes

Calipers

Gauges

Dial indicators

Measurement tools

Job description

Cretex Medical in Minnesota is seeking a Production Operator Assembler to perform complex machine operations, assembly and inspection in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will set up equipment, monitor quality, and perform in-process checks while following ISO/cGMP requirements. This role requires attention to detail, basic math, and the ability to read work instructions. Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm.