Quality Engineering Technician 1st shift

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies; Dassel (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Onsite health clinics

Discretionary holiday bonus

Cretex University

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Death benefit

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA / Flexible spending

Job summary

Cretex Medical in Minnesota is seeking a Quality Engineering Technician to support quality assurance across manufacturing, improve practices, and guide measurement methodologies on the shop floor.

You will collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to develop APQP, PFMEA, control plans, and CAPA activities, while maintaining compliance with ISO and medical device standards. Associate degree required; strong blueprint reading, GD&T, SPC; Minitab and MS Office skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of quality systems, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Intermediate blueprint reading, GD&T and SPC knowledge.
• Ability to operate inspection equipment and cross-train in production when needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Partner in the development of the APQP process and project management
• Assist in the development of PFMEA
• Support the development and implementation of control plans
• Assist in the development and implementation of Gage R&R and capability studies
• Support the implementation of IQ, OQ, PQ documentation
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of inspection methods for first article, receiving, in-process, and final inspection
• Design inspection fixturing and gaging
• Assist the investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities to support the CAPA and Customer Complaint systems
• Perform routine inspection activities on the floor
• 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 sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve

Skills

Quality systems knowledge

Regulatory requirements knowledge

GD&T

SPC knowledge

Blueprint reading

Education

Associate degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Minitab

Microsoft Office

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.

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 Quality Engineering Technician will be responsible for assisting Quality Engineers in providing quality assurance support for manufacturing, improving quality related practices and procedures, problem solving, and providing technical guidance and measurement methodologies.

• Partner in the development of the APQP process and project management
• Assist in the development of PFMEA
• Support the development and implementation of control plans
• Assist in the development and implementation of Gage R&R and capability studies
• Support the implementation of IQ, OQ, PQ documentation
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of inspection methods for first article, receiving, in-process, and final inspection
• Design inspection fixturing and gaging
• Assist the investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities to support the CAPA and Customer Complaint systems
• Perform routine inspection activities on the floor
• 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 sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
• Associate degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of quality systems, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Intermediate blueprint reading, GD&T and SPC knowledge
• Ability to operate a variety of inspection equipment
• Design software- Minitab
• Ability to cross train in other areas of production when required
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Desired Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in machining and or manufacturing

What is it like to work at Cretex Medical?

We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical

• “The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right.”
• “I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it.”
• “I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives.”

We encourage you to explore the many opportunities Cretex Medical can offer you as a valued team member.

USD $23.08 - USD $33.46 /Hr.

All Employees

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.

20+hours

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.

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.)

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.