Operations Associate I

CONFLUENT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES INC.; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Confluent Medical Technologies Inc. is seeking an Operations Associate I to support production planning and inventory control across multiple products. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, product flow, and capacity enhancements to boost efficiency and meet service targets.

You will follow all work instructions and GMP rules, operate basic manufacturing equipment, and maintain accurate records. The position requires strong English documentation skills and adherence to 5S standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow GMP and work instructions; ensure documentation is complete.
• Operate light manufacturing equipment per specifications.
• Assemble, perform chemical scouring, visual inspection, and measurement of products.
• Review and complete documents neatly and accurately.
• Communicate issues to Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Maintain 5S cleanliness; support company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Punctuality

Documentation

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.25

Job Description: Confluent Medical Technologies is dedicated to working collaboratively with our customers, taking their projects from rapid prototype into high volume production. Our unparalleled technical expertise, proven experience and partnership with our clients has allowed us to perfect the process necessary to deliver world-class medical devices through innovative material science, engineering, and manufacturing. Our primary capabilities include: Nitinol components, balloon expandable stents and balloon catheters, delivery systems, biomedical textiles, access kits, and guidewires. We take pride in our position as the leader in the medical technology space and are driven by a passion to create products that our clients have envisioned for their customers.

We are looking for a Operations Associate I to join our team. As a uniquely qualified candidate, you will be responsible for production planning and inventory control for multiple products while prioritizing operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay. This individual will take a lead role in continuous improvement, product flow and capacity improvement to improve the overall efficiency of manufacturing while service level targets.

Summary The position will have responsibility for following all Work Instructions for assigned tasks in accordance with internal policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand and follow all rules related to GMP, work instructions, documentation completion, and clean room requirements.
• Able to operate light manufacturing equipment according to instructions, specifications and procedures.
• Perform tasks related to assembly, chemical scouring, visual inspection, and measuring manufactured products.
• Perform all duties in a skilled and timely manner.
• Review and accurately complete all documents and required forms neatly and legibly.
• Work to detect and help overcome issues or concerns associated with products or processes if/when they arise.
• Communicate any concerns or issues which arise during the production process to the Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and support groups.
• Maintain cleanliness standards required for 5S in the personal work area.
• Adhere to and support company policies and procedures.
• Will be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

General Direction

Received from the Team Lead and/or Supervisor with respect to assignments, priorities and overall objectives; work in coordination with R&D Engineering and Quality as needed.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to the Team Lead, Supervisor, and/or Human Resources.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competency

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time for scheduled shifts.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to Team Lead / Supervisor and management direction.
• Professionalism - Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Quality - Monitors own work to ensure conformance to applicable standards and requirements.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• High school degree or equivalent
• Associates degree preferred.

Communication Skills

Fluent in English. Must be able to write legibly and have good documentation skills.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Operations

Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc. Capable of performing the functions within the company’s ERP system that are required to perform production transactions and data entry of measurement results.

Environmental Working Conditions

Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation. Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light delivery truck traffic, etc.)

Physical Demands

Over 1/3 of the time spent sitting at workstations. Remaining 2/3 standing and lifting – potential up to 40 lbs. Ability to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive processes while working in a manufacturing environment. Demonstrate good manual dexterity.

Work Schedule/Hours

Typical work hours are from 6:00am– 2:30pm Monday through Friday (1st shift); 2:00pm – 10:30pm (2nd shift) and 10:00 pm – 6:30am (3rd shift). Exceptions to these typical work hours may be required. Weekend support may be required to maintain company service levels and to meet company goals. Individuals may be required to work additional hours daily/weekly, depending on client needs or project deadlines. May be required to work additional hours during the annual physical inventory event.

Travel

None

About Confluent Medical Technologies

Confluent Medical Technologies is dedicated to working collaboratively with our customers, taking their projects from rapid prototype into high volume production. Our unparalleled technical expertise, proven experience and partnership with our clients has allowed us to perfect the process necessary to deliver world-class medical devices through innovative material science, engineering, and manufacturing. Our primary capabilities include: Nitinol components and tubing, balloon expandable stents and catheters, complex catheters, biomedical textiles, and high precision polymer tubing. We take pride in our position as the leader in the medical technology space and are driven by a passion to create products that our clients have envisioned for their customers.

We regret that we are unable to sponsor employment visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

Confluent Medical Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Applying materials science to MedTech innovation.

Confluent specializes in expert design and development of large-scale manufacturing specializing in interventional catheter-based devices and implants. Our key capabilities include Nitinol components and tubing, balloon and complex catheters, high-precision polymer tubing, and implantable textiles. We operate in 8 state-of-the-art facilities across the United States and Costa Rica and currently employ over 2,000 employees. Confluent has earned the confidence of leaders in the medical device community through a proven track record of innovation, engineering, and manufacturing.

Visit www.confluentmedical.com to learn more.