Technician I

Phiex Technologies; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Insurance: Healthcare, dental, and vis

401(k) program with employer match

Public & Legal Holidays (11)

Job summary

Phiex Technologies seeks a Technician I to join a fast-paced lab and assembly environment at our State College facility. You will assemble sterilization products, utilize hand and power tools, and operate automated equipment, all while maintaining strict quality programs and documentation.

Your role supports ongoing R&D and production initiatives, with emphasis on ISO 13485 compliance, GMP practices, and accurate data capture. Travel may be required as projects evolve.

Qualifications

• The Technician I is experienced in a fast-paced technical environment and possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience Preferred: 1 to 3 years.
• Demonstrates ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Strong reading comprehension and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and products using hand tools, power tools, and automated machinery.
• Maintain quality standards (including ISO 13485) and Good Documentation Practices.
• Record production data and test results in logs or software.
• Follow SOPs and GMP while working in a cleanroom environment.
• Identify defects or contamination and troubleshoot assembly issues.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Team player

Education

Technical degree or B.S.

Job description

Phiex Technologies has developed a novel sterilization technology with applications for a range of industries including both medical device and food.Phiex’s self-sterilizing materials platform enables safer, faster, and more sustainable sterilization in-line. Phiex has been recognized as the Global Winner of Medtech Innovator 2022 (#1 out of 1000+ medical companies) by the medtech industry leaders and #1 Vision Award winner at Wilson Sonsini’s Medical Device Conference.

The Technician I is experienced in a fast-paced technical environment and possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The Technician I will report directly to the Assembly Plant Production Manager (initially the Director of Research & Development).The ideal candidate thrives in working hands-on on a wide range of high impact projects in medical device sterilization and industrial decontamination while utilizing microbiological, physical, and chemical testing.Integrating quality programs and standard methods is an integral component of the responsibilities.

The Technician I inspects, assembles, and packages sterilization products and components inside a regulated environment utilizing hand tools, power tools, and automated equipment. Key duties include working in cleanrooms, following strict regulatory guidelines, and ensuring absolute quality compliance and documentation.

This position is initially based at the R&D facilities of Phiex Technologies located at 200 Innovation Park, Suite 226, State College, PA 16803 and will move to the new Assembly Plant location in State College by the first quarter of 2027.

The position may require periodic travel.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assemble parts and products using hand tools, power tools, and automated machinery
• Demonstrate commitment to quality standards (including ISO 13485 standards).Good documentation practices are key to compliance with the standards along with ongoing training activities.
• Organize and order chemical feedstock inventory for manufacturing and laboratory needs.
• Assist with the development and documentation of new technologies to helpensure compliance with industry standards.
• Assist with applied research projects as needed.
• Assist in developing, and executing test protocols, experiments, & process chemistry characterization on new and revised products and processes.
• Performing quality checks and functional tests to identify defects or inconsistencies
• Recording production data, part counts and test results in manufacturing logs or software
• Maintain security standards and comply with pertinent safety regulations and protocols
• Perform or review quality, design, and health checks on instruments
• Follow strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Document production steps accurately in Device History Records (DHR) to maintain compliance.
• Work inside a controlled cleanroom environment while adhering to strict gowning procedures.
• Identify and report any component defects or contamination issues immediately.
• Read and follow blueprints, technical drawings, and standard work instructions.
• Perform quality checks and test finished goods for defects.
• Record production counts, data logs, and basic testing results.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow all plant safety guidelines, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Troubleshooting assembly issues and reporting malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisors
• Maintaining and calibrating assembly tools and equipment
• Following company and industry safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and personal protective equipment (PPE) use
• Packaging, labeling and preparing finished goods for shipment
• Supporting continuous improvement efforts by identifying process or product enhancements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Assemble parts and products using hand tools, power tools, and automated machinery
• Assist with technical implementation of Phiex technologies as requested by Production Manager
• Other duties as assigned

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:

• Attainment of annual goals and formal objectives
• Adherence to quality protocols and training standards
• Project completion in a timely manner

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Wage
• Insurance: Healthcare, dental, and vision
• 401(k) program with employer match
• Public & Legal Holidays (11)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:Technical degree or B.S.

Experience Required:1 to 3 years

• Demonstrated ability to work with others in a team environment.
• High attention to detail and excellent finger dexterity for handling tiny parts.
• Basic computer skills for tracking parts and logging quality data.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods and work under bright task lighting.
• Strong reading comprehension to accurately follow complex, multi-step instructions.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong initiative, self-directed, and desire to succeed
• Proven problem-solving ability, good documentation skills, and detail oriented.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic sciences
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and proficiency with tools and machinery.
• Effective time management skills to keep pace with production schedules.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION:

• Speaking: Individual must be able to communicate with company personnel.
• Average hearing:Individual must be able to communicate with company personnel.
• Repetitive Motions: Individual may be required to spend periods of time standing, or on a PC.
• Average Visual Abilities:Individual must be able to see laboratory results, equipment status, computer screens, and environment to aid in all activities.
• Physical strength:Individual must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This role functions mainly in a lab/assembly plant environment where various large and small equipment are used in conducting testing and assembling products.This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopy/printers, etc. As needed, this role may require infrequent travel, therefore the environment will include all modes of travel (planes, trains, car rental or car services, etc).This role may require employees to work evenings or weekends as needed.

Job Type:5 days/week

Full-time

Phiex Technologies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

To conform to U.S. Government Department of Defense regulations, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.