Production Assembler

Medela LLC; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Overtime

Job summary

Medela LLC in McHenry, IL seeks a Production Assembler to build and inspect plastic medical components in a cleanroom, ensuring quality. You will assemble shields, connectors, valves, diaphragms, test pumps, and log batch data while adhering to FDA and GMP standards.

Shift: 5th, Wed–Sat, 5:00 PM–3:30 AM. Pay: $18–$20/hour with benefits including health/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, and overtime.

Qualifications

• Must speak/read/write/understand English.
• Fine motor skills to inspect and assemble small components.
• Basic math and writing for batch records.
• Able to stand long shifts and lift 20–30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assemble plastic medical components and connectors.
• Test suction and ensure no air leaks.
• Operate basic assembly tools.
• Document batch records and logs.
• Maintain cleanroom hygiene and avoid contamination.
• Inspect finished parts for defects.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Quality control

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Tools

Basic assembly tools

Job description

Production Assembler

About the Role

Medela LLC is seeking dedicated Production Assemblers to join our team in McHenry, Illinois. In this role, you will assemble and inspect plastic medical components with care and consistency to support high-quality inventory and shipment processes.

Success looks like meeting or exceeding production rate expectations while following cleanroom and medical device quality requirements, documenting work accurately, and maintaining a safe, contamination-controlled workspace.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Wear required cleanroom gear, including hairnets, masks, gowns, and gloves, to maintain a clean production environment.
• Sanitize hands and workstations using approved medical cleaners to help prevent contamination.
• Follow strict hygiene rules in the production area, including no jewelry, makeup, or nail polish.
• Assemble plastic medical components such as shields, connectors, valves, and silicone diaphragms.
• Connect tubing and pumps carefully to ensure there are no air leaks and suction functions correctly.
• Operate basic assembly tools, including plastic press machines, automated sealers, and laser markers.
• Test pump suction performance using pressure gauges to confirm parts meet manufacturing standards.
• Inspect finished components for defects such as trapped dust, rough edges, or cracks.
• Complete daily production logs accurately, including batch numbers and parts used.
• Follow basic medical device rules and quality expectations aligned with FDA and GMP guidelines.

Requirements

• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to inspect, test, and assemble small plastic components.
• Basic writing and math skills to complete batch records, verification steps, and quality control forms.
• Physical ability to stand or walk for long shifts.
• Ability to lift or push trays and equipment up to 20–30 pounds.
• Comfort working in a cleanroom environment and following hygiene and contamination-control procedures.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and follow standardized work instructions consistently.
• Ability to work effectively in a production setting with rate and quality expectations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Overtime available

Schedule

• 5th Shift: Wednesday through Saturday, 5:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.

Compensation

• $18–$20 per hour