Suture Assembly Operator-Ave Maria

Arthrex; Immokalee (FL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company-Provided Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan

Annual Bonus

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Free Onsite Lunch

Free Onsite Medical Clinics

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Wellness Incentive Program

Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

Job summary

Arthrex, Inc. in Immokalee, FL, seeks a Suture Assembly Operator to produce high‑quality medical instruments in a cleanroom setting. You will support existing processes, operate winding and attaching machines, perform dimensional checks, and ensure proper labeling and packaging per Arthrex procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma and manufacturing aptitude; shifts include second and third with weekend coverage as listed. The company offers extensive benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience related to technical and mechanical aspects of manufacturing, including operation of packaging equipment, is a plus.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently when necessary.
• Able to determine materials and tools required to perform the operation(s).
• Can perform different tasks/operation required to manufacture the product.
• Creative thinker and is able to suggest process improvements and problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Support current processes related to existing suture assembly.
• Operate suture attaching process to crimp needles to nitonol wire and braided suture, wire cutting machine, arbor press machine to assemble sub‑assembly work orders.
• Perform dimensional checks on the product where necessary.
• Package suture in support cards using a variety of winding techniques. Performs pouch loading, pouch sealing, supplemental label application, pouch labeling and folding carton labeling.
• Training successfully completed to one of the outside areas of the department to include Boxing.
• Complete batch records with any required information from the processes.
• Escalate assembly issues to Production Coordinator.
• Responsible for proper storage, control, and identification of tooling and fixtures.
• Perform terminal cleaning and daily housekeeping utilizing various cleaning and disinfecting agents.

Skills

Self-motivation

Independent work

Materials/tools selection

Multi-tasking

Process improvement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Winding machine

Label printer

Weigh scales

Arbor press

Job description

Third Shift: 10:00 pm-6:30 am. Sunday-Thursday.

Requisition ID: 65079 Title: Suture Assembly Operator

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively seeking a Suture Assembly Operator to produce high-quality medical instruments in accordance with Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. procedures, in a Safe and Effective manner, to meet and exceed the customer’s needs.

Available Shifts

Second Shift: 4:00 pm-12:30 am. Monday-Friday.

Third Shift: 10:00 pm-6:30 am. Sunday-Thursday.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support current processes related to existing suture assembly.
• Operate suture attaching process to crimp needles to nitonol wire and braided suture, wire cutting machine, arbor press machine to assemble sub‑assembly work orders.
• Perform dimensional checks on the product where necessary.
• Package suture in support cards using a variety of winding techniques. Performs pouch loading, pouch sealing, supplemental label application, pouch labeling and folding carton labeling.
• Training successfully completed to one of the outside areas of the department to include Boxing.
• Complete batch records with any required information from the processes.
• Escalate assembly issues to Production Coordinator.
• Responsible for proper storage, control, and identification of tooling and fixtures.
• Perform terminal cleaning and daily housekeeping utilizing various cleaning and disinfecting agents.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience related to technical and mechanical aspects of manufacturing, including operation of packaging equipment, is a plus.

Knowledge And Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses And/or Training

• Self‑motivated and able to work independently when necessary.
• Able to determine materials and tools required to perform the operation(s).
• Can perform different tasks/operation required to manufacture the product.
• Creative thinker and is able to suggest process improvements and problem solve.

Machine, Tools, And/or Equipment Skills

The technology and the frequency of the technology required to perform this job are as follows: the occasional operation of some automated equipment, winding, attaching machines, label printing, weigh scales, label dispenser machine, manual sealers, cleaning machine, and general test equipment.

Language And Communication Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

Vision Requirements

Visual acuity necessary to do the job safely and effectively.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is primarily performed in a cleanroom/controlled environment. A cleanroom is a controlled environment where products are manufactured, in which the concentration of airborne particles is controlled to specified limits. These contaminants are generated by people, processes, facilities, and equipment and must be continually removed from the air. Strict rules and procedures are followed to prevent contamination of the product. The only way to control contamination is to control the total environment—air flow rates and direction, pressurization, temperature, humidity, specialized filtration and the sources of these particles all need to be tightly controlled. Temperature ranges from 69°F–73°F. Hearing protection will be required.

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.