Operations Operator

Nextern; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off, Personal Days, Birthday

Wellness Resources

Life Insurance

Family Leave

Disability Insurance

Taco Thursdays

Job summary

Nextern is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented team member to join our manufacturing environment. This role supports the production of medical devices, including reading work instructions, inspecting small parts, and following safety guidelines in a cleanroom setting.

You will work from established procedures, collaborate with team members, and contribute to quality and efficiency in a fast-paced facility. Prior manufacturing or medical device experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, or medical device experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions and procedures.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working with small components.
• Ability to use inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gage pins preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cleanroom manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow written work instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Work with small parts and use basic inspection tools.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain reliable attendance and willingness to learn new manufacturing processes.
• Work in a cleanroom environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading and following instructions

Quality mindset

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gage pins

Job description

At Nextern, we inspire with passion, impact with significance, and act with integrity.. Nextern partners with OEMs, clinicians, and innovators to design, develop, and manufacture world-class medical devices across the full product lifecycle. From single-use disposables to fully integrated systems to precision components, our teams work as an extension of yours to solve patient needs and improve lives worldwide.

Join NPX Medical and be part of a team that manufactures high-quality implantable and non-implantable medical devices. We’re looking for a dependable, detail-oriented team member who enjoys hands-on work, learning new skills, and contributing in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Comfortable working with small parts and using basic inspection tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to learn new manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, or medical device experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions and procedures.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working with small components.
• Ability to use inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gage pins preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cleanroom manufacturing environment.

Wage: $23.00-$26.00 Hourly

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off, Personal Days, AND Birthday Holiday!
• Lifetime Membership Subsidy and Wellness Resources
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Taco Thursdays!!!

Nexternis an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.