Manufacturing Technician

Planet Pharma; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma is seeking an Engineering Technician to assemble and test medical devices in a controlled environment. You will follow documented procedures, work under a microscope, and ensure compliance with GMP and FDA regulations.

The role requires attention to detail, accuracy in records, and collaboration with the manufacturing team for continuous improvement. On-site work in a cleanroom setting is expected, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School graduate equivalent required.
• AA in a technical field is preferred.
• Minimum 4-7 years related experience in the medical device industry.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and assembly instructions.
• Ability to perform precision work requiring sustained use of a microscope for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assemble medical devices under a microscope per documented procedures.
• Assist in training new hires on manufacturing procedures and techniques.
• Test medical devices using documented test methods.
• Inspect components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and defect reduction by providing feedback.
• Verify maintenance and calibration of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to quality and testing.
• Communicate work status and issues to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Adhere to GMP, FDA regulations, and quality systems.
• Work overtime as needed.

Skills

Microscope work

Precision handling

Documentation accuracy

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

AA in technical field (preferred)

Tools

Microscope

Measuring devices

Precision equipment

Job description

Engineering Technician

Assemble and test medical devices while following documented procedures, quality standards, GMP, and FDA regulations. Support production operations through accurate documentation, equipment compliance, teamwork, training, and continuous improvement efforts.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble medical devices under microscope using complex assembly processes per documented procedures.
• Assist in training new hires on manufacturing procedures and techniques.
• Test medical devices using documented test methods.
• Inspect components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including process optimization and defect reduction, by providing feedback to the Operations team on manufacturing process effectiveness.
• Verify that the maintenance and calibration of manufacturing equipment and tooling are current and compliant with documented procedures.
• Maintain accurate records/documentation related to quality, work in progress, test results, labor (e.g., timecards), and special projects.
• Review completed Manufacturing document to ensure accuracy and compliance with Good Documentation Practices
• Communicate work status, issues, or concerns to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment, including cleanroom operations as needed.
• Support company goals and objectives, policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, and FDA regulations.
• Adhere to general safety rules, manufacturing procedures, company policies and procedures, QSR, Good Manufacturing Practices, and FDA regulations.
• Work all required overtime as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Education and/or Job Experience:

• High School graduate equivalent required.
• AA in a technical field is preferred.
• Minimum 4-7 years related experience in the medical device industry.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and assembly instructions.
• Ability to perform precision work requiring sustained use of a microscope for extended periods.

Skills, Abilities, and Requirements:

• Experience with fabrication, equipment, or tight tolerance assembly.
• Experience using hand tools, microscopes, measuring devices, and precision equipment.
• Proven attention to detail and documentation accuracy.