Final Assembly Technician I

Artivion; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Artivion in Austin, TX is seeking a Final Assembly Technician I to perform workstation assembly of heart valve components in a sterile cleanroom. You will sew cuffs to specification, inspect parts with a microscope, and maintain accurate production records to keep manufacturing on schedule.

The role requires basic computer skills and the ability to read manufacturing instructions and drawings. You will work in compliance with FDA/ISO practices, support cleanroom operations, and contribute to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in inspection or assembly or similar intricate hand work preferred.
• Experience with FDA & ISO manufacturing practices preferred.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office, internet, and email.
• Ability to read and understand detailed manufacturing instructions and drawings.
• Ability to use a microscope.

Responsibilities

• Sew and assemble cuffs to specification in a cleanroom.
• Inspect materials and assemblies with a microscope.
• Maintain production and inspection records.
• Assist with monitoring, cleaning, and testing cleanroom environment.
• Batch components for the day’s production.
• Know how to sew all Mitrals, Aortics and Conform_X product lines.
• Quality first mentality in all job functions.
• Maintain high quality alongside production targets.
• Adhere to Clean Room GMP in behavior and attire.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Microscope operation

Basic computer skills

FDA & ISO awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Internet

Email

Job description

Position Objective

A Final Assembly Technician I performs workstation assembly operations including sewing and packaging of heart valves in a clean room. This person also inspects incomplete and finished components for conformance to written specification with the aid of a microscope, follows standard work methods, and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Principal Responsibilities

• Sew and assemble sewing cuffs to specification in a cleanroom environment.
• Inspect materials and components, in-process assemblies, and finished goods with aid of a microscope.
• Maintain production and inspection records.
• Assist with monitoring, cleaning, and testing cleanroom environment.
• Batch Components for the day’s Production.
• A fully trained Technician is expected to know how to sew All Mitrals, Aortics and Conform_X product lines.
• Quality first mentality is critical for all job functions.
• Ability to maintain a high level of quality as well as production expectations.
• Adhere to all Clean Room Good Manufacturing Practices as it pertains to behavior and attire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferred
• Experience in inspection or assembly or similar intricate hand work, preferred
• Experience working within FDA & ISO manufacturing practices, preferred
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office, internet, and email
• Ability to read and understand detailed manufacturing instructions and drawings
• Ability to use a microscope

Physical requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift or bend forward with a load of up to 25 lbs
• Ability to tolerate exposure to environments with cooler temperatures, noise, dust, odors, etc.
• Good or corrected eyesight and good eye/hand coordination