Precision Medical Device Assembler (1st Shift)

Cretex Companies, Inc.; Brooklyn Park, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cretex Medical in Minnesota is seeking a Production Operator Assembler to perform basic to advanced machine operations, assembly, inspection, and secondary processes in a regulated medical device environment.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read work instructions, use calipers and microscopes, and work in a 5S-focused team. Shift is 1st, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written instructions in English.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience with measurement tools and basic math.
• Familiarity with clean room procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect visually and dimensionally using microscopes, gauges, calipers, and other measurement tools.
• Document production records, quality checks, setup sheets, and history records.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.
• Handle cleaning chemicals such as isopropyl alcohol, detergents, or solvents.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S expectations.
• Attend required training and company meetings; follow work instructions and ISO/cGMP requirements.
• Cross-train across manufacturing areas and comply with Quality System.
• Assemble and package components and medical devices per specifications.
• Operate manual and semi-automated equipment; perform in-process quality checks.
• Execute advanced secondary operations (trimming, deburring, cleaning, etc.).
• Use precision measurement tools for verification and data entry.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Reading English

Measurement tools

Basic math

Quality documentation

Microscope use

Education

1+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

Microscopes

Calipers

Gauges

Measurement tools

Job description

Cretex Medical in Minnesota is seeking a Production Operator Assembler to perform basic to advanced machine operations, assembly, inspection, and secondary processes in a regulated medical device environment.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read work instructions, use calipers and microscopes, and work in a 5S-focused team. Shift is 1st, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday.