Manufacturing Technician I (Entry-Level Medical Devices)

Johnson & Johnson Innovation

Milpitas (CA)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 47,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Milpitas, CA, is hiring a Manufacturing Technician I to assemble electro‑mechanical robotic modules for the OTTAVA platform. You will follow detailed work instructions, support production schedules, and ensure compliance with medical device regulations.

This role offers hands‑on experience with robotics and clear growth opportunities. Requirements: high school diploma or equivalent, GDP familiarity, and proficiency with torque wrenches, calipers, and multimeters.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, 0–2 years in medical device manufacturing or related fields.
GDP knowledge or familiarity with FDA‑regulated/ISO environments.
Proficiency with assembly tools: torque wrenches, screwdrivers, calipers, multimeters.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

Perform electro‑mechanical assembly of robotic system modules per work instructions.
Maintain ISO 13485, FDA QSR, and GDP compliance in production.
Interpret and apply assembly procedures to build and verify components.
Conduct basic functional, electrical, and mechanical tests with calibrated tools.
Record build steps and test results in MES, ERP/SAP, and DHR systems.
Keep work areas clean and organized per 6S standards.
Support manufacturing engineering during line setup and troubleshooting.

Skills

Electromechanical assembly

GDP familiarity

Overtime availability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Torque wrenches

Screwdrivers

Calipers

Multimeters

Test equipment

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Process Improvement

Job Category:

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations:

Milpitas, California, United States of America, Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description:

About Medtech Surgery

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

We are searching for the best talent for Manufacturing Technician I, in support of the OTTAVA Surgical Robotic Platform.

The Manufacturing Technician I is responsible for performing electro‑mechanical assembly of robotic modules and components, supporting production schedules, and maintaining compliance with medical device regulations. This role reports into the Surgical Robotics (OTTAVA™) Manufacturing organization.

We are seeking a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn and grow. This position offers hands‑on experience with innovative technology and opportunities for long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities

Perform electro‑mechanical assembly of robotic system modules including joints, control modules, and cable harnesses by following detailed work instructions and engineering documentation.
Operate within a structured production line environment to meet daily build targets while maintaining compliance with ISO 13485, FDA QSR, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Interpret and apply defined assembly procedures to correctly build, verify, and validate mechanical and electromechanical components.
Conduct basic functional, electrical, and mechanical tests using calibrated tools, test fixtures, torque equipment, and multimeters.
Identify and elevate assembly, component, or test issues to senior technicians or engineering in a timely manner.
Follow clean manufacturing, ESD protection, and contamination control requirements for regulated medical device assembly.
Accurately record build steps, inspection results, and test outcomes in MES, ERP/SAP, and electronic DHR systems.
Participate in in‑process inspections and quality verifications to ensure work aligns with workmanship and quality standards.
Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with safety, quality, and 6S standards.
Support manufacturing engineering during line setup, process clarifications, or simple troubleshooting tasks as assigned.
Prepare production lines by performing line clearance, verifying equipment maintenance and calibration status, and ensuring material readiness—which includes accurate material transactions, cycle counts of raw materials, sub‑assemblies, and WIP, as well as proactively identifying and reporting shortages or discrepancies to prevent build interruptions and support efficient production scheduling.
Maintain certification and demonstrate proficiency on at least one designated module while meeting all safety, quality, and training requirements.

Qualifications

Required:

High School diploma equivalent or 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing or assembly within medical devices, electromechanical systems, or related regulated industries or equivalent military experience
Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP) or familiarity with FDA‑regulated or ISO‑certified environments.
Proficiency in assembly tools: torque wrenches, screwdrivers, calipers, multimeters, presses etc.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and weekend shifts, in response to business needs.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Employees may be assigned additional tasks aligned with business needs as per the individual’s capabilities.

Preferred:

Vocational Certificate or Technical training preferred.
Experience with Learning Management Systems (ComplianceWire), MES, SAP, or similar systems
Exposure to robotics or surgical device assembly.

Work Schedule

Primary work location: Milpitas, CA.
Regular work schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM.
Initial training will be conducted at the Santa Clara site on the regular shift schedule of 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM.
Occasional weekend work may be required.
Overtime may be required based on production demand.

Johnson & Johnson is 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, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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