Production Operator II 1st Shift 500a-330p

Merit-Medical-Systems-Inc.; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Onsite Medical Clinic

Onsite Cafeterias

Vacation & Holidays

401K

Job summary

Merit Medical in Pearland, TX is seeking a hands-on assembler to join our production team. You will rotate through assembly lines, perform on-line and in-process inspections, and support line changes with Team Leaders and Technicians.

The role requires dexterity, attention to detail, and teamwork to maintain quality standards. Applicant should be able to read and follow procedures, meet line rate expectations, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and speak English, Spanish or meet local language requirement.
• Demonstrates competencies and ability to rotate in a specific assembly line or work cell.
• Ability to perform a variety of assembly tasks requiring dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Ability to visually check work performed and identify whether a product has been assembled correctly.
• Ability to follow instructions in performing repetitive tasks.
• Attentiveness in performing tasks.
• Ability to work as a member of a team in assembling sterile medical products.
• Ability to meet line rate expectations.

Responsibilities

• Assembles medical products on an assembly operation, performing a variety of tasks on a rotating basis.
• Ability to rotate through the assembly line.
• Performs on-line and in-process visual inspection of products to ensure specifications per work order and procedure are followed.
• Assists Team Leader and Technicians with product and/or machine change-overs.
• Ensures product assembled meets quality standards.
• Rejects product outside of specifications.
• Adheres to safety standards.
• May operate a variety of testing equipment required for periodic product and process testing.
• Working overtime may be required for this position.

Skills

Eye-hand coordination

Assembly line rotation

Quality inspection

Dexterity

Teamwork

Tools

Test equipment operation

Job description

Work Shift:DAYWork Schedule:Why Merit?At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED1. Assembles medical products on an assembly operation, performing a variety of tasks on a rotating basis.2. Ability to rotate through the assembly line.3. Performs on-line and in-process visual inspection of products to ensure specifications per work order and procedure are followed.4. Assists Team Leader and Technicians with product and/or machine change-overs.5. Ensures product assembled meets quality standards.6. Rejects product outside of specifications.7. Adheres to safety standards.8. May operate a variety of testing equipment required for periodic product and process testing.9. Working overtime may be required for this position.10. Performs other related tasks, as required.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDSLifting - Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.WritingSittingStandingBendingVisual acuityColor perceptionDepth perceptionReadingField of vision/peripheralFine motor skillsNoiseChemical vaporsSoldering fumesSUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust be able to read, write and speak English, Spanish or meet local language requirement.Demonstrates competencies and ability to rotate in a specific assembly line or work cell.Ability to perform a variety of assembly tasks requiring dexterity and fine motor skills.Ability to visually check work performed and identify whether a product has been assembled correctly.Ability to follow instructions in performing repetitive tasks.Attentiveness in performing tasks.Ability to work as a member of a team in assembling sterile medical products.Ability to meet line rate expectations.PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONSThree months of experience, preferably in manufacturing.Three to six months of longevity in the same company.At the Corporate site, if the position is on a Spanish-language line, it is preferred that the individual be Spanish speaking or bilingual (English/Spanish).COMPETENCIESMedical product assembly/eye-hand coordinationAssembly line rotationQuality inspectionComputerized test equipment operationCOMMENTSInfectious Control Risk Category III:The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and NightsMedical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)Low Cost Onsite Medical ClinicTwo (2) Onsite CafeteriasEmployee Garden | Gardening Classes3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays401K | Health Savings AccountTo see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers .Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.