Manufacturing Technician - 3rd Shift

Merrimack Manufacturing; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack Manufacturing, a medical device producer in the Manchester Millyard, seeks a Manufacturing Technician with strong attention to detail to maintain equipment, support preventive and reactive maintenance, and collaborate across teams. You will assemble components, operate precision tools, and document results per procedures and GMP standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in manufacturing, experience with mechanical/electrical device assembly, and excellent communication

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Experience assembling, testing and documenting mechanical/electrical devices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assemble plastic and metal components into medical devices per procedures.
• Use hand tools, presses, fixtures, measurement equipment and microscopes.
• Document results using BOMs, work orders and drawings.
• Perform soldering, crimping, bonding and related assembly tasks as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow safety and GMP requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and line leads to resolve issues and improve processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microscopes

Calibrated instruments

Soldering

Torque drivers

Manual/electric hand tools

Inventory software

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Merrimack Manufacturing is a medical device manufacturer located in the Manchester Millyard. We are a growing manufacturing company that will play a crucial part in bringing innovative and life changing products to life.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Merrimack Manufacturing is in need of a resourceful, Manufacturing Technician with excellent attention to detail to undertake the responsibility of preserving the condition, functionality, and safety of production equipment. Applicants must be self-sufficient in safely performing preventive and reactive maintenance activities on various equipment and machinery. Potential candidates are expected to interface with multiple teams and individuals throughout the company to ensure adequate communication and progress with assigned tasks.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assemble plastic and metal components into medical devices in accordance with approved manufacturing procedures.
• Utilize small hand tools (both manual and electric), manual presses, assembly fixtures, calibrated instruments, measurement equipment, microscopes, and test fixtures.
• Utilize documentation such as Bill of Materials, product flow charts, work orders, check sheets, visual aids, production reports and assembly drawings to assemble product and record results.
• May perform soldering, fabricating, crimping, mechanical assembly, sealing, ultra-sonic welding, bonding and gluing with adhesives, Epoxy or RTV.
• Kitting assemblies using a parts list, scanner and inventory software as required.
• Participates in any routine start up or end of day equipment inspections or verifications.
• Inspects work throughout the assembly process and communicates any quality or operational issues to appropriate leader.
• Maintain neat, orderly and clean work area to ensure efficiency and no safety hazards. Participate in safety programs, meetings, and trainings as required. Bring safety concerns to the attention of management.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities as part of a cross-functional team.
• Meet all quality, quantity and good manufacturing practices to satisfy customer and Regulatory Affairs requirements. Read and/or understand operating procedures for specific products where training has been completed.
• Show constant attention to detail, and immediately inform supervisor of anything out of the ordinary, or anything that does not conform to the approved process sheets.
• Work with Engineers and line leads to resolve issues and correct procedures to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Maintain Clean Room integrity by using proper attire and adherence to Clean Room environment practices and procedures as applicable.
• Maintain accurate records/documentation related to quality, work in progress, test results, labor (e.g. timecards), and special projects.
• Adhere to general safety rules, manufacturing procedures, company policies and procedures, ISO, QSR, and FDA regulations.
• Other production related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Minimum of 2 years hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with assembly, testing and the documentation of mechanical and electrical devices
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are required
• Willingness to undertake various tasks and adapt to unexpected situations within dynamic company environment
• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred
• Working knowledge of the medical device regulatory procedures, lean manufacturing, and manufacturing processes preferred
• Good hand eye coordination and manual dexterity required
• Small parts assembly and able to work under a microscope
• Utilize tweezers, torque drivers, magnifiers and microscopes
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must be familiar with and comfortable using computers
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

EDUCATION:

H.S. Diploma or GED.