Senior Operator: Assembly, Changeovers & Kaizen Leader

Aspen-Surgical; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspen Surgical in Michigan assembles and packages medical products on a continuous production line. The Manufacturing Technician will perform changeovers, operate packaging and assembly equipment, and maintain accurate production records.

Responsibilities include simple preventive maintenance, quality checks, 5S housekeeping, and mentoring operators. Overtime and weekend work are frequently required to meet customer demand. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; associates degree or certs are a plus.
• Minimum 12 months manufacturing experience.
• Good verbal and written communication; strong data entry skills.
• Ability to lead and work in a team; strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Change over machine configurations for Form Fill Seal and Automated Assembly.
• Perform simple setup adjustments and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain turnover notes and ERP data (IFS) with accuracy.
• Assemble, inspect and package product per work instructions.
• Maintain 5S and promote continuous improvement; participate in Kaizen.
• Train operators on new work instructions and safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing systems and coordinate with maintenance.
• Overtime and weekend work frequently required.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Data entry

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree or certifications a plus

Job description

Aspen Surgical in Michigan assembles and packages medical products on a continuous production line. The Manufacturing Technician will perform changeovers, operate packaging and assembly equipment, and maintain accurate production records.

Responsibilities include simple preventive maintenance, quality checks, 5S housekeeping, and mentoring operators. Overtime and weekend work are frequently required to meet customer demand. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.