Optics Production Technician I: Endoscope Assembly & QC

RICHARD WOLF MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life & Disability insurance

Paid time off

Telecommuting

Flexible schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Unpaid time off

Job summary

RICHARD WOLF MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION in Vernon Hills, IL seeks an experienced assembler to build and inspect medical endoscopes. You will assemble, repair, and evaluate components, ensuring quality and compliance with procedures and QC standards.

The role requires reading assembly drawings, basic PC skills, and flexibility for overtime. Team members contribute to a 6S culture and safety programs while supporting optics production teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of general manufacturing assembly or 1 year of small part assembly experience preferred.
• Must be flexible to work different shifts or overtime as needed to support production schedules and meet quality objectives.
• Ability to use microscopes, small tooling, soldering equipment, solvents & adhesives is preferred.
• Ability to cross train in multiple assemblies.
• Must possess ability to understand assembly drawings and written assembly procedures.
• Basic understanding of measuring devices and ability to use calipers, gauges, micrometers, etc. is preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) preferred
• Basic PC skills.
• Experience with and understanding of multi-cultural and multi-generational differences and the ability to work within this environment is crucial for successful employment.
• The following physical demands are required: Stand/Sit/Walk 8 hours per day
• The following work environment conditions may exist: Infectious Disease Exposure, Laser Exposure, Chemicals Exposure

Responsibilities

• Assembles, repairs, and evaluates medical endoscopes per accepted processes, procedures, and documentation, and is responsible for the quality of work.
• Assembles and disassembles electronic components.
• Performs cleaning and inspection of various components.
• Ensures assemblies will pass QC inspections or be reworked or replaced.
• Performs maintenance on department equipment and work areas used by the department as needed.
• Provides cross-training for team members as needed.
• Maintains 6S on workspaces, equipment, and room cleaning as needed.
• Promotes and models RWMIC Core Values in all interactions and responsibilities.
• Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures for assembly processes.
• Adheres to quality standards for assembly processes, and documents all work as per procedures.
• Adheres to all PPE and safety requirements.
• Aware of and complies with the RWMIC Quality Manual and regulations & requirements as they apply to this job type/position.
• Completes all planned quality & compliance training within the defined deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned by the Production Manager – Optics, and/or the Production Supervisor - Optics.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microscopes

Small tooling

Soldering equipment

Solvents & adhesives

Calipers

Gauges

Micrometers

Job description

RICHARD WOLF MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION in Vernon Hills, IL seeks an experienced assembler to build and inspect medical endoscopes. You will assemble, repair, and evaluate components, ensuring quality and compliance with procedures and QC standards.

The role requires reading assembly drawings, basic PC skills, and flexibility for overtime. Team members contribute to a 6S culture and safety programs while supporting optics production teams.