Manufacturing Associate 3 ( Monday - Friday 2:30PM - 11:00PM )

Dexcom, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dexcom manufactures CGM devices on a production floor in San Diego. The Manufacturing Associate 3 will perform hands-on assembly, document build activities, and support process improvements with R&D colleagues.

Safety, quality, and traceability are emphasized as you mentor teammates and maintain a compliant environment on the line. This role offers growth, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities across Dexcom global teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of related experience in manufacturing on the floor.
• Ability to interpret complex work instructions and drawings.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance on the production line.

Responsibilities

• Assemble prototypes and fabricate builds on the production floor.
• Interpret and apply technical drawings with high accuracy.
• Collaborate with R&D to support product development and improvements.
• Document build activities, deviations, and observations for traceability.
• Operate lab-scale and pilot production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct in-process inspections and functional testing of prototypes.

Skills

Manual assembly

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Quality assurance

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet The Team

Join a team that plays a critical role in delivering life-changing products to patients around the world. As a Manufacturing Associate 3, you'll be a key contributor on the production floor, helping drive quality, efficiency, and operational excellence while serving as a resource for your teammates.

Where You Come In

• You will perform hands-on assembly and fabrication of prototypes, engineering builds, and clinical builds that may require non-standard manufacturing methods.
• You will interpret and execute complex work instructions, technical drawings, and build documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
• You will collaborate with R&D engineers and cross-functional teams to support product development, process improvements, and design iterations.
• You will document build activities, deviations, and observations to ensure traceability and support continuous feedback.
• You will safely operate lab-scale and pilot production equipment while adhering to quality and safety standards.
• You will conduct in-process inspections and functional testing to evaluate prototype performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• You will support root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives related to new processes, products, and materials.
• You will maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment that supports operational excellence.
• You will monitor build progress, identify potential risks, and communicate issues to the appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner.
• You will provide training, guidance, and mentorship to manufacturing associates and new team members.
• You will serve as a subject matter resource for manufacturing processes, procedures, and best practices.
• You will support additional projects and responsibilities as assigned to meet evolving R&D and business objectives.

What Makes You Successful

• You have a strong foundation in manufacturing principles and are continuously building your technical knowledge and skills.
• You demonstrate attention to detail and consistently follow established procedures to ensure quality and accuracy.
• You bring a collaborative mindset and work effectively with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional partners.
• You are comfortable learning new processes, adapting to changing priorities, and seeking guidance when needed.
• You have the ability to interpret technical documentation and apply it effectively in a hands‑on manufacturing environment.
• You are committed to safety, quality, and maintaining compliance in all aspects of your work.
• You bring strong problem‑solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset to support innovation and operational excellence.
• Your communication skills enable you to clearly document work, share observations, and contribute to effective team collaboration.
• You take ownership of your work, remain accountable for results, and proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and performance.
• Your willingness to learn and grow helps you build proficiency while making meaningful contributions to the success of the team.

What You’ll Get

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required

• 0-5%

Experience And Education

• Typically requires a minimum of 4-6 years of related experience and High School diploma/certificate or equivalent.

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

Salary

$21.49 - $32.25

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