Precision Surgical Instrument Maker I

Zeiss Group in; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Vision Dental

401k Matching

Employee Assistance Programs

Vacation and sick pay

Job summary

ZEISS in Missouri is seeking an instrument finishing technician focused on surgical tools, performing trimming, filing, polishing under a microscope to meet exact tolerances.

You will read engineering blueprints, use calipers and micrometers, and work cross-functionally with Quality Control and Production Planning. Training provided; 0-1 year experience acceptable; 2+ years preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 0-1 year experience in Manufacturing environment.
• Preferred 2+ years minimum Surgical instrument manufacturing experience.
• Experience with general manufacturing processes.
• Assessment of skills will be part of the training process.
• Ability to follow verbal and written manufacturing procedures.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instruments under a microscope using filing, bending, and polishing to meet quality and safety standards.
• Trim coating on forceps tips and remove adhesives to specification.
• Polish forceps under a microscope, removing marks without damaging insulation.
• Measure with calipers, micrometer, and gauges to tight tolerances.
• Read engineering blueprints and drawings for production.
• Coordinate with Quality Control, Production Planning and Engineering.
• Keep accurate records of outputs, scrap and inventory.
• Rework QC rejections as required.
• Follow 5S and Lean Manufacturing procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Microscope work

Blueprint reading

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometer

Gauges

Job description

ZEISS in Missouri is seeking an instrument finishing technician focused on surgical tools, performing trimming, filing, polishing under a microscope to meet exact tolerances.

You will read engineering blueprints, use calipers and micrometers, and work cross-functionally with Quality Control and Production Planning. Training provided; 0-1 year experience acceptable; 2+ years preferred.