R&D Technician – Disposables

Vantive; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off (20-35 days)

On-site work 3 days/week

Job summary

Vantive is seeking a skilled engineer to join our lab team as a Laboratory Technician, focusing on mechanical testing and material characterization. You will conduct experiments, analyze results, and document findings in a fast-paced medical device environment.

The role requires a high level of accuracy, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision. On-site collaboration is essential to our process and product development efforts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in applied science or technology preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in medical devices.
• Working knowledge of FDA Design Controls and ISO 13485.
• Experience preferred with disposables R&D and/or disposables manufacturing.
• Experience preferred with plastics processing and secondary operations (e.g.: extrusion, injection molding, solvent bonding, RF welding).
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent understanding of quality systems and processes, manufacturing and product development processes.
• Thrives in a multitasking environment and working with global internal and external partners.
• Self-directed, resourceful, and able to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient use of laboratory equipment and tools.
• Familiarity with GMP/GLP desired.
• Proficient in recording original data.
• Ability to use computer for word processing, spreadsheets, document retrieval, e-mail, business calendars.
• Basic understanding of documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of research and development tasks and experiments in mechanical testing and material characterization laboratory per company procedures.
• Perform detailed analyses and tests. Assist in compiling observations, analyzing data and interpreting results.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, inventory levels, and lab organization.
• Assist in writing reports, summaries, and protocols. Maintain record keeping for experiments performed.
• Perform troubleshooting and coordinate calibration of equipment.
• Build engineering prototypes.
• Work with suppliers and procurement to obtain samples and products.
• Utilize measurement equipment to complete product inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

English communication

Time management

Self-directed

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree in applied science or technology

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Measurement tools

Calibration

Documentation systems

Job description

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Your Role

Work on assignments in mechanical testing and material characterization laboratory that are complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems and making routine recommendations. May determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may provide guidance to other nonexempt personnel. Apply basic and some advanced techniques and procedures to assigned projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform a wide variety of research and development tasks and experiments in mechanical testing and material characterization laboratory per company procedures.


• Perform detailed analyses and tests. Assist in compiling observations, analyzing data and interpreting results.


• Maintain laboratory equipment, inventory levels, and lab organization.


• Assist in writing reports, summaries, and protocols. Maintain record keeping for experiments performed.


• Perform troubleshooting and coordinate calibration of equipment.


• Build engineering prototypes.


• Work with suppliers and procurement to obtain samples and products.


• Utilize measurement equipment to complete product inspections.

What You’ll Bring

• High School diploma or equivalent.


• Associate’s degree in applied science or technology preferred.


• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in medical devices.


• Working knowledge of FDA Design Controls and ISO 13485.


• Experience preferred with disposables R&D and/or disposables manufacturing.


• Experience preferred with plastics processing and secondary operations (e.g.: extrusion, injection molding, solvent bonding, RF welding).


• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent understanding of quality systems and processes, manufacturing and product development processes.


• Thrives in a multitasking environment and working with global internal and external partners.


• Self-directed, resourceful, and able to manage multiple projects and priorities.


• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.


• Proficient use of laboratory equipment and tools.


• Familiarity with GMP/GLP desired.


• Proficient in recording original data.


• Ability to use computer for word processing, spreadsheets, document retrieval, e-mail, business calendars.


• Basic understanding of documentation systems.

Vantive is committed to supporting the need for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Vantive, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $58,000 to $73,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

US Benefits At Vantive

Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (“Aon PEP”), Vantive’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, to help you prepare for your future. The Aon PEP is designed to help improve retirement outcomes by providing retirement resources more efficiently. The plan offers a robust set of investment options, financial education, and a suite of resources to support your retirement goals.

We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vantive is an equal opportunity employer. Vantive evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodation

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.