Medical Device Assembly Technician

Abbott Laboratories; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Liberty, SC, within the Cardiac Rhythm Management division, offers a hands-on role in electronic, casting/coating, and mechanical assembly of medical devices. You will adapt to rigorous GMP/ISO standards in a clean room environment and support continuous production with attention to quality and safety.

Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma and strong manual dexterity, basic computer skills, and the ability to learn under supervision before taking on more independent work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Electronic assembly experience preferred.
• Must have good hand-eye skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work with close supervision during training and then moderate supervision once competent.
• Basic computer skill knowledge.
• Working knowledge of GMP and ISO standards preferred.
• Ability to interpret and understand production documents and drawings to complete tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs Electronic Assembly functions: assembles, welds, solders and x-rays medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools; locates and corrects problems by examining x-rays and performing visual inspection of parts; repairs and tests units using computerized test equipment.
• Performs Casting/Coating functions: examines medical devices and related assemblies after molding operations to locate bubbles, nicks and/or excess epoxy; utilizes small drills, reamers, taps and knives to access bubbles and remove excess epoxy; patches and repairs bubbles or voids using syringes and small tools; bakes parts to cure epoxy patches.
• Performs Mechanical Assembly functions: kits, assembles, bonds coats and processes medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools; locates and corrects problems by examining devices and components and visually inspecting parts/assemblies; repairs and corrects devices and related components using microscopes and applicable tools.
• Performs Packaging Functions: kits, assembles and packages devices and related accessories using applicable tools; locates and corrects problems using microscope and applicable tools; reviews all device documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Notifies supervisor of the need to replenish supplies/materials and of any production difficulties that cannot be readily corrected.
• Performs other related duties as directed or assigned.
• Supports Company initiatives in Quality Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintains positive communications and collaborates with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Skills

Hand-eye skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

GMP/ISO knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Abbott in Liberty, SC, within the Cardiac Rhythm Management division, offers a hands-on role in electronic, casting/coating, and mechanical assembly of medical devices. You will adapt to rigorous GMP/ISO standards in a clean room environment and support continuous production with attention to quality and safety.

Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma and strong manual dexterity, basic computer skills, and the ability to learn under supervision before taking on more independent work.