Medical Device Coating Technician 2

Surmodics; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student debt repayment

Job summary

Surmodics is seeking a Technician 2 to manufacture products in a GMP-compliant, clean environment in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. You will follow SOPs, help train staff, and maintain key equipment and material inventories.

The role emphasizes precise documentation, adherence to quality policies, and supporting production with a proactive mindset. A related associate degree or 2+ years of production experience are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a laboratory technology field or 2+ years of production experience.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture product per SOP as directed by the production planner.
• Prepare and submit samples to the QC department.
• Ensure adherence to GMP guidelines for reagent manufacturing.
• Transfer and issue consumed raw materials to batches via MRP system.
• Maintain production and accounting forms and review batch records for GMP/GDP compliance.
• Monitor inventory of raw materials and train production personnel on procedures.
• Oversee daily maintenance, housekeeping, and preventive maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Computer skills

Education

Associate degree in laboratory technology

Job description

Surmodics is pursuing highly differentiated medical devices that are designed to address unmet clinical needs and engineered to the most demanding requirements. This key growth strategy leverages the combination of the Company’s expertise in proprietary surface technologies, along with enhanced device design, development and manufacturing capabilities. The Company mission remains to improve the detection and treatment of disease.

The Technician 2 is expected to manufacture a limited number of products in accordance with supplied Standard Operating Procedures, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, in a clean, controlled environment. Maintaining accurate raw material inventories and adhering to the Quality Policy. Understanding a wide range of product manufacture, training new hires and being proficient in the maintenance of key equipment.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing (75%)

• Manufacture product per SOP as directed by the production planner
• Prepare and submit samples to the appropriate QC department
• Ensure adherence to GMP guidelines for reagent manufacturing

Support Manufacturing (15%)

• Transfer and issue consumed raw materials to batches via the MRP system
• Maintain thorough, up-to-date production & accounting forms
• Review completed batch records for GMP/GDP compliance
• Monitor inventory of raw materials
• Train production personnel on relevant process and procedures

Efficient & Organized Environment (10%)

• Monitor inventory of general laboratory supplies
• Maintains laboratory equipment and document daily/weekly maintenance activities
• Oversee the routine housekeeping of the production area, cleaning process equipment, etc.
• Keeping equipment on a preventative maintenance schedule
• Perform monthly and annual preventive maintenance

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in a laboratory technology field (i.e. Chemistry, Biology) or 2+ years of production experience as an Operator/Technician (or equivalent)
• Organizational and documentation skills
• Good interpersonal skills and an ability to take work direction
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Computer skills appropriate for work responsibilities

Surmodics determines base pay by evaluating market data, internal equity, skills, abilities and level of experiences for each unique, potential employee.

Surmodics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus program, 401(k) with employer match, tuition reimbursement and student debt repayment program.

Surmodics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Targeted Salary Range

$42,800—$59,900 USD