Production Technician - Device Assembly

SHL Medical; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Modern facilities

Challenging assignments

International team

Development opportunities

Job summary

SHL Medical in North Charleston, SC is seeking a Production Technician to operate and maintain fully automated assembly equipment in our new state-of-the-art facility. You will be on the front line of daily operations, ensuring machines run with minimal waste and high OEE while following safety and quality policies.

This role offers training opportunities, exposure to advanced manufacturing equipment, and a chance to grow with a global organization in the medical device field.

Qualifications

• Experience operating automated manufacturing equipment.
• Interest in growing in the medical device manufacturing industry.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Ability to document production and machine data in electronic records (FDA).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a Safety-First mindset and follow all Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Operate in accordance with all pre-established Quality Policies and Procedures.
• Analyze machine performance using data and mechanical knowledge to pro-actively address issues.
• Communicate line performance issues and escalate when needed.
• Maximize OEE each shift and ensure line reliability.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual PMs.
• Suggest improvements for safety, quality, and production.
• Support other lines or departments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and records during operations.
• Ensure in-process tests are performed per standard procedures.
• Solve complex operational issues to minimize impact on performance.
• Continually improve technical knowledge of equipment and processes.
• Support installation and validation of new equipment.
• Serve on improvement projects as needed.
• Willing to take on additional tasks to ensure company success.

Skills

Automated equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Mechanical concepts

Teamwork

Learning mindset

SAP familiarity

MES familiarity

Experience in regulated industry

Data recording (EDHR)

Tools

SAP

MES

Job description

Production Technician – Device Assembly

Location: Charleston, South Carolina, US

Reporting to: Manufacturing Supervisor – Device Assembly

SHL Medical is the world-leading solution provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced drug delivery systems with more than 5000 employees worldwide. Our customers include top pharmaceutical and biotech companies from around the globe that require innovative devices such as auto-injectors or pen injectors to effectively deliver their drugs. Headquartered in Switzerland since late 2018, with sites in Sweden, Taiwan, and the United States.

Job Overview

Production Technicians (PT) will be a key team members in supporting the startup and continued success of the Device Assembly Operations at a newly constructed state-of-the-art facility located in North Charleston SC. The PT will be front line technician responsible for daily operation and maintenance of our fully automated assembly equipment. The Production Technicians primary responsibility will be to ensure our Fully Automated Assembly Machines are operating with minimal waste and as efficiently as possible. This position offers an exciting opportunity for growth and development, including the chance to undergo training at our facility in Taiwan

Main Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a Safety-First mindset and follow all Safety Policies and Procedures
• Operate in accordance with all pre-established Quality Policies and Procedures
• Analyze machine performance using data as well as mechanical knowledge to pro-actively address machine issues
• Communicate all line performance issues to the Lead Production Technician (LPT) assigned to your line and **escalate** to next level support when needed
• Appropriately manage your line of responsibility to ensure the maximum OEE is achieved each shift
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual PMs as required to ensure that your line of responsibility remains reliable and in optimal condition
• Pro-actively make suggestions for Safety, Quality, and Production improvements
• Assist other production lines or departments in the plant, as needed
• Ensure operations and practices comply with established procedures and records
• Ensure in-process tests and inspections are performed in accordance with standard procedures
• Analyze and solve complex operational issues to minimize impact to overall performance of the operation
• Constantly improve technical knowledge of the assembly equipment for which you are responsible
• Support installation, and validation of new manufacturing equipment as needed
• Serve as project member or project leader on improvement programs as needed
• Willing to voluntarily take on additional task and responsibilities, as needed, to ensure the continued success of our operation as well as the company at large.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations, and industry codes
• Perform other task and/or duties as assigned

Skills And Qualification

• 1-3 years of operating complex automated manufacturing equipment (Preferred)
• Strong Desire to learn and grow your career in the Medical Device Manufacturing Industry
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic mechanical concepts
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of a successful team
• Ability to troubleshoot and correct routine mechanical issues
• Ability to learn and use various computer systems daily (SAP, MES, etc…)
• Prior experience within an automated high speed high volume manufacturing facility (Preferred)
• Prior knowledge of highly automated manufacturing equipment (Preferred)
• Technical knowledge of Servos, Cams, Conveyance Systems, Motors, Gears, Pumps, etc… (Highly Preferred)
• Conceptual knowledge of vision systems, sensors, drives, etc… (Preferred)
• Prior experience in highly regulated industry (Preferred)
• Ability to accurately document variable production and machine data into an Electronic Device History Record, as required and monitored by the FDA.
• Ability to challenge status quo and willingness to never stop improving
• Results Driven mentality who understands that wins and losses happen as a TEAM

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization