Machine Technician – Medical Device Manufacturing

Insight Recruitment; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Recruitment seeks a hands-on Electrode Production Technician for a contract-to-hire role with a medical device manufacturer in Orlando, Florida. You will set up and operate automated production equipment, verify settings, and perform pre-production checks on the shop floor.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in production or machine operation, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to document activity accurately.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of production assembly, manufacturing or machine operation experience.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of equipment or processes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and quick learner.
• Ability to document production activity accurately.
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up automated production equipment for manufacturing runs, verify settings and complete pre‑production checks.
• Operate automated and semi‑automated equipment according to work instructions.
• Monitor equipment performance, output and product quality during runs.
• Troubleshoot machinery and perform first-level maintenance.
• Make approved machine adjustments to maintain production and quality.
• Escalate complex issues to technical support.
• Perform routine cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Record production data, equipment logs and manufacturing documentation.
• Package, label and stage materials with accurate quantities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, inspection-ready work area.
• Collaborate with technicians, Quality and Engineering to meet goals.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and documentation.

Skills

Production experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Basic math & computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking a hands‑on Machine Technician for a contract‑to‑hire opportunity with an established medical device manufacturer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with production equipment experience who enjoys understanding how machinery works, troubleshooting problems and taking ownership beyond simply operating a machine.

You’ll join a small production team operating both newer and established automated manufacturing equipment. The company is specifically looking to add more technical capability to the team, so the ideal candidate will have experience operating manufacturing machinery and be comfortable identifying problems, making adjustments and troubleshooting equipment when something isn’t running correctly. You do not need to be an engineer or have experience with this company’s specific equipment. pasted

This is a full‑time, hourly position working on the production floor. There is no travel or supervisory responsibility.

What You’ll Do

• Set up automated production equipment for manufacturing runs, including loading materials, verifying settings and completing required pre‑production checks
• Operate automated and semi‑automated manufacturing equipment according to established work instructions and procedures
• Monitor equipment performance, output and product quality throughout production runs
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues and perform first‑level corrective maintenance
• Make approved machine adjustments to maintain production, yield and quality standards
• Escalate more complex equipment issues when additional technical support is needed
• Perform routine equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance
• Conduct in‑process quality checks and identify and segregate material that does not meet requirements
• Accurately complete production records, equipment logs and other required manufacturing documentation
• Package, label and stage materials while verifying quantities and production information
• Maintain a clean, organized and inspection‑ready work area
• Work closely with other technicians, Quality and Engineering to meet production goals
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, documentation, efficiency and product quality Electrode Production Technician… Electrode Production Technician…

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED, or demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities of the position using written and verbal instructions
• 2+ years of production assembly, manufacturing or machine operation experience
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting equipment or process problems rather than solely operating machinery
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn unfamiliar production equipment
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and accurately document production activity
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Basic math and computer skills
• Good manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small team and adapt to changing production priorities Electrode Production Technician… Electrode Production Technician…

Formal technical training is not required. The company is very open to someone who has developed strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills through hands‑on manufacturing experience. Technical coursework or a certificate in advanced manufacturing, mechatronics, industrial maintenance or a related area would be a plus. pasted

Preferred Experience

• Experience setting up, operating, troubleshooting or maintaining automated or semi‑automated manufacturing equipment
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical or another regulated manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Exposure to Lean, 5S or continuous improvement practices
• Technical training in manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial maintenance or a related field Electrode Production Technician…

  This position works on the production floor in a structured, quality‑focused manufacturing environment. The role involves automated equipment, moving mechanical components and moderate machine noise. It requires regular standing and hands‑on interaction with equipment and materials. Occasional overtime may be required based on production needs. Electrode Production Technician…

  Contract‑to‑Hire Opportunity

  This position is being hired on a contract‑to‑hire basis, with the intention of transitioning the successful individual to permanent employment after a successful introductory period. The company typically evaluates conversion after approximately three months, depending on performance and business needs. pasted