Manufacturing Associate (2nd Shift, Transducers - Bothell, WA)

Merck & Co.; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life & Disability

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

FUJIFILM Sonosite in Bothell, WA is seeking Manufacturing Associates for a fast-paced, high-precision manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include weighing and mixing epoxy materials, light mechanical assembly, hand soldering of fine-pitch cables, and using high-precision tools under supervision.

The role requires reliability, basic math, and strong attention to detail. The position offers full benefits, a 401k plan, PTO, and a shift schedule with opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in high tech manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures such as Assembly Instruction, PPE, and Device History Record while performing duties.
• Mix epoxy-based materials.
• Perform casting, bonding, shielding, wiring, gluing, hand soldering, and use precision tools.
• Provide training and guidance to other Manufacturing Associates.
• Assist in other Manufacturing/Operations areas as needed.
• Perform machine cleaning and maintenance as needed.
• Participate in projects like Internal Assessment, Material Management, Yield Improvement.
• Maintain compliance with the quality system.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Reading

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Basic math

Supervision

Chemical handling

Lifting 20-40 lbs

Standing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Soldering irons

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauge

Job description

Position Overview

We have an opportunity for a dedicated team player to be a part of a fast-paced, busy manufacturing environment! Fujifilm, Sonosite, Inc is seeking Manufacturing Associates to join our team. This role has full benefits, a 401K plan, paid time off, plus more perks that come with being a full time Fujifilm Sonosite employee! As a successful candidate you will exhibit manual dexterity, reliability, basic math and computer skills and an aptitude for learning things quickly.

This position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks associated with manufacturing diagnostic ultrasound transducers. Specific tasks may include some of the following:

• Weighing and mixing epoxy-based materials. Cleaning and assembling high precision molds.
• Light mechanical assembly of small components using hand tools and torque drivers.
• Manual assembly operations including shielding, gluing, and cable preparation.
• Work with hands under a microscope performing hand soldering of fine pitch cables and flexible circuits.
• Measurement of thin layers using high precision drop gauges.
• Use of high-precision tools such as: height gage, calipers, micrometers.
• Basic equipment skills such as: saws, machine mill, machine lathe.
• Basic computer skills desired for device history record transactions.

Company Overview

At FUJIFILM Sonosite, we reinvent how healthcare is delivered with point-of-care ultrasound technology. As the leader in bedside ultrasound systems, our innovations save lives-from premature babies in NICUs to trauma patients in emergency rooms.

We're looking for purpose-driven team members ready to build technology that impacts real-world scenarios, including natural disasters and even war zones. By joining FUJIFILM Sonosite, you'll be part of a team that thrives on collaboration, out-of-the-box thinking, and a passion for life-saving innovations. Let's make a difference together.

Our headquarters in Bothell, Washington, blends riverside charm with urban amenities, quality schools, and an ever-evolving downtown-all part of the vibrant Seattle metro area.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of "giving our world more smiles." Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Follow all required procedures such as Assembly Instruction, Personal Protective Equipment, and Device History Record while performing the job responsibilities.
• Mixing, casting and curing epoxy based materials.
• Perform functions of casting, bonding, shielding, packaging, go-no-go testing, wiring, gluing, hand soldering, component installation, or bonding using tools such as soldering irons, glue dispensers, scales, microscopes, calipers, micrometers, various hand tools, or other precision equipment.
• Provide training and guidance to other Manufacturing Associates.
• Provide assistance in other areas of Manufacturing and Operations group as needed and directed.
• Perform required machine cleaning and maintenance as needed.
• Participate in projects such as Internal Assessment, Material Management, Yield Improvement, etc.
• Responsible and accountable for carrying out the requirements of the company's quality system.

Knowledge and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in high tech manufacturing preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity.
• Must have the ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Effective verbal communication skills and written communication skills necessary to complete various manufacturing documentation.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Must be familiar with basic math.
• Must have the ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to handle & work with chemicals.
• Must be able to carry 20-40lbs with or without accommodations.
• Must be able to stand for periods of time throughout the day.

Shift Requirements:

• Shift hours are 3:15pm - 1:45am, Monday - Thursday with an excellent opportunity for overtime on Friday-Saturday

Salary and Benefits:

• Starting wage of $24.00/hr. + $0.50 raise after 6 months of service + $2.00/hr. shift differential
• Insurance:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Life & Company paid Disability
• Retirement Plan (401k):
  • 4% automatic Company contribution
  • Fujifilm matches 50 cents for every dollar you contribute, up to 6% of your salary
• Paid Time Off:
  • You can accrue up to 120 hours of PTO in your first year of employment
  • PTO increases based on years of service
• Employee Choice Holidays:
  • 32 additional hours paid time off, based on date of hire in the calendar year
• Paid Holidays:
  • Eight (8) paid holidays per year

FUJIFILM Sonosite offers a fantastic compensation package, including benefits, and a 401k program.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([e-mail] or [phone]).