Production Technician II (2nd Shift)

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Onsite health clinics

Tuition assistance

Cretex University

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Life insurance

Job summary

Cretex Medical in Minneapolis is seeking a Production Technician to set up and operate stamping presses and related equipment on the 2nd shift. You will inspect raw materials, work-in-process, and finished parts, and input data into the ERP while ensuring the correct programs are used for each run.

The role requires 3-5 years in manufacturing, ability to read blueprints and progression strips, strong math skills, and a safety-minded, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience running machining equipment.
• Ability to set up and operate stamping presses.
• Ability to read progression strips and blueprints.
• Strong shop math skills including fractions, decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Basic understanding of GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Operate stamping presses and related equipment to manufacture precision components.
• Enter job data into tracking software and verify correct programs.
• Load parts into fixtures for laser and robotic operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and resolve production issues.
• Maintain 5S and organized work area; ensure safety procedures.
• Support quality inspections and document results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Engineering, and Quality.

Skills

Machining experience

Reading blueprints

Math skills

GD&T understanding

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Pin gauges

Job description

About Cretex Medical

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

Position Summary

The Production Technician is responsible for setting up and operating manual and automatic punch presses, as well as other equipment used in the manufacture of precision stamped components. This role completes inspections of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished parts for conformance to quality standards and customer expectations, and makes adjustments to the stamping process to ensure quality requirements are maintained. The ideal candidate is able to work in a team environment and interact with a multitude of organizations during manufacturing operations.

Shift Available

2nd Shift 200 pm-1230 am Monday-Thursday

Essential Job Functions

• Operate production equipment, including progressive and single-stage stamping presses, as well as other equipment used in the manufacture of precision stamped components (such as metal finishing machines and secondary operations machinery).
• Input data into the job tracking software system.
• Ensure the correct program is loaded into production equipment.
• Accurately load parts into fixtures for laser and robotic operations and/or single-stage press equipment.
• Troubleshoot machinery and investigate machine issues during production runs.
• Maintain Kanban, iSupply, and production plan levels.
• Perform visual and measurement inspections and accurately document the results.
• Interpret blueprints, follow control plans, and complete IPIs (In-Process Inspections) and PPIs (Pre-Production Inspections).
• Follow manufacturing and quality procedures and comply with all documented requirements.
• Maintain inventory levels and production plans/rates.
• Assist in the packaging of products.
• Perform secondary operations, including cleaning, deburring, passivation, and broaching.
• Enter production information and log time-per-part into the ERP system on a timely basis.
• Work as an active team member on the production floor, assisting others as needed.
• Mentor Production Machine Operators.
• Adhere to all safety policies, including wearing ear and eye protection where required.
• Perform daily safety checks prior to running machinery.
• Perform preventative maintenance on presses under the direction of the maintenance technician.
• Train production personnel following all appropriate training procedures.
• Operate multiple presses simultaneously when appropriate.
• Partner with New Tool Build during the qualification of new tools, run tools in development, and provide feedback for the creation and revision of production and quality instructions.
• Routinely run multiple customer parts across a variety of press tonnages.
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements.
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work.
• Partner with other business segments, including Sales/Marketing, Customer Service, Engineering, Quality, and Finance.
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve.
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly.
• Participate in required company meetings.
• Maintain an organized work area following 5S expectations.
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program.
• Complete all other work duties as assigned.
• Work effectively and safely in a manufacturing environment.

Minimum Requirements, Education & Experience

• Education High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment running machining equipment.
• Press Operation Ability to set up and run stamping presses.
• Strip Reading Ability to read a progression strip.
• Work Instructions Ability to comprehend and follow work instructions, SOPs, and training documents, including the ability to create and document new processes.
• Precision Tools Ability to use hand tools such as micrometers, pin gauges, calipers, and dial indicators.
• Maintenance Ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
• Blueprints Ability to read blueprints.
• Math Skills Excellent shop math skills, including fractions, decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• GD&T Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Salary

USD $21.20 - USD $33.89 /Hr.

Production Technician I - $ 21.20 - 25.96

Production Technician II - $ 25.14 - 30.82

Production Technician III - $ 27.12 - 33.89

This position is eligible for shift differential.

Benefits

20+hours

• Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution
• onsite health clinics
• discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service)
• Cretex University
• 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
• wellness program with incentives
• an employee death benefit
• and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees

30+ hours

• Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life
• short and long term disability
• company provided life insurance
• and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Equal Opportunity

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.