Quality Engineering Technician - Cardio

Cretex Medical; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite Clinic

Paid Parental Leave

Monthly Social Events

Annual Employee Appreciation Week

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Job summary

rms Company, part of Cretex Medical, is seeking a Quality Engineering Technician to assist Quality Engineers in QA for manufacturing and to improve quality-related practices. The role involves developing control plans, Gage R&R studies, and inspections on the floor.

You will support IQ/OQ/PQ documentation, participate in CAPA activities, and work with cross-functional teams including sales, engineering, quality, and production in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of quality systems, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• GD&T and SPC knowledge; blueprint reading.
• Operate a variety of inspection equipment; use Minitab for analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
• Clear verbal and written communication; detail-oriented; organized.
• Able to cross-train in other production areas; strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support Quality Engineers in quality assurance for manufacturing.
• Improve quality-related practices; assist in CAPA, APQP, PFMEA.
• Develop and implement control plans; Gage R&R and capability studies.
• Assist IQ/OQ/PQ documentation and inspection methods.
• Design inspection fixtures and gauging; perform routine floor inspections.
• Support ISO and medical device quality requirements; follow standard work.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Job description

About rms Company

rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more at www.rmsmachining.com and www.cretexmedical.com.

Overview

rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more at www.rmsmachining.com and www.cretexmedical.com.

Quality Engineering Technician Position Summary

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

1st Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

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
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
• Participate in required company meetings
• Maintain an organized work area (5S)
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
• Complete all other work duties as assigned
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

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 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

Rms Company Benefits

As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

• Onsite Clinic
• Paid Parental Leave
• Monthly Social Events
• Annual Employee Appreciation Week
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

Pay Range

USD $23.08 - USD $33.46 /Hr.

Company Benefits

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.