Planar Sensor Dispense Operator

Nova Biomedical; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Bonus program

Hybrid/flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Nova Biomedical is seeking an assembler to produce planar-based biosensors for core analyzers. You will work under supervision on medium to high complexity tasks, including prototype builds, with meticulous attention to detail.

Role requires standing, ability to use a microscope, and experience in a manufacturing setting. The team collaborates with engineering and production to maintain quality and throughput.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or trade school required.
• Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong math, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Experience with QSR/ISO regulations and training (AP, TP, OI, OP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly operations using epoxies, solvents, and chemicals with high attention to detail.
• Work under a microscope for extended periods.
• Operate process equipment including auto dispensers, pipettes, laser cutters, and electroplating equipment.
• Follow assembly procedures, drawings, verbal instructions, and documentation to assemble products.
• Prepare and assemble sensor cards, including UV epoxying and packaging.
• Communicate issues clearly to management and engineering teams.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, supervisors, and engineering teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School diploma or trade school

Tools

QSR/ISO training (AP, TP, OI, OP)

Job description

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

Job Summary:

Responsible for performing medium to high complexity assembly operations to produce a variety of planar-based biosensors for core analyzers. Under general supervision, also supports complex assembly operations for prototypes and pilot builds for engineering. Requires the ability to work independently, efficiently, and with a strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Perform assembly operations using epoxies, solvents, and chemicals while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
• Work under a microscope for extended periods of time
• Operate process equipment including auto dispensers, pipettes, laser cutters, and electroplating equipment
• Follow assembly procedures, drawings, verbal instructions, and documentation to assemble products
• Prepare and assemble sensor cards, including UV epoxying and packaging
• Communicate issues clearly to management and engineering teams
• Collaborate effectively with team members, supervisors, and engineering teams

Experience Requirements:

• High School diploma or trade school equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong math, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed instructions
• Experience with QSR/ISO regulations and training (AP, TP, OI, OP) is a plus

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Able to stand, walk, and move for extended periods.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to [25–50] pounds as required.
• Comfort with performing repetitive physical tasks.
• Able to bend, reach, stoop, or climb as needed.
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions (e.g., noise, temperature, equipment).
• Proficiency in operating tools, machinery, or technical equipment.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: On-site in Waltham, MA, 5 days/week on-site

Targeted Salary Range: $25.5-$26.5/hr

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

About the Company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting‑edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO‑certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry‑trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission‑driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real‑world impact on global health.

Explore what’s next with us at novabiomedical.com

EEO Statement:

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.