Assembler I, Light Guides 4X10

KARL STORZ•Charlton, MA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to assemble quality endoscope imaging systems while adhering to prescribed standards. Shift: 5:00AM-3:30PM (Monday to Thursday) 4x10 schedule

Requirements

High school diploma, or equivalent experience.
0-1 years of experience assembling miniature precision medical products preferred.
Proficient in basic assembly of miniature precision medical products.
Must possess ability to understand assembly drawings and written assembly procedures.
Ability to operate simple to moderately complicated machinery.
Ability to meet takt time and quality standards.
Must have the ability to work with adhesives, solvents, microscopes, small hand and power tools, measurement devices and other related tools and equipment.
Must be able to work well with coworkers.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Must be punctual, able to sustain attendance guidelines, and work hours as assigned.
Excellent manual dexterity with small motor coordination, and keen vision with the ability to pay close attention to details, in order to effectively handle extremely small optical components.
Keen vision and the ability to pay close attention to details.
Ability to perform detailed assembly work with a microscope for extended periods.
Must be able to climb stairs.
This position requires the individual to work in a Class 1000 cleanroom environment, including full cleanroom garb, and abide by company and department policy regarding cleanroom practices (i.e. no cosmetics or perfumes).
Must be able to wear gloves or finger cots.
Ability to learn new processes and procedures quickly.
Must make decisions that affect coworkers and product quality.
Ability to read English and understand SOP’s and manufacturing procedures.
Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all environmental and safety laws and regulations, including the Company’s environmental and safety policies and procedures. Must be willing to report actual and potential environmental and safety violations to appropriate supervisory and/or management personnel.
The incumbent in this position is responsible for knowledge of and adherence to environmental policies and company procedures as they relate to ISO 14001.
Must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety of himself/herself or others.
Responsible for informing the Company if he/she is taking medications or if there are any other circumstances that would interfere with safe performance of job duties.
Other specific safety responsibilities include proper use of personal and departmental safety equipment.
Specific safety hazards associated with this job include the handling of solvents, chemicals and adhesives.
The incumbent in this position is responsible for knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures as they relate to the requirements of FDA Quality System Regulation, ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 (current revisions).
Must be able to maintain productive working relationships with co-workers.
Must treat fellow employees with respect.
Individual must daily communicate with coworkers to inform others of work status.
Must have neat and legible handwriting to produce daily production records.
Individual should proactively communicate with management suggesting ways to improve products and processes.
Ability to perform as a team member is a must.
Ability to interact with different personalities throughout the organization.
Ability to support a flexible work environment and frequently change work area, department and task with ease.
Maintain Training Certification in a variety of tasks within the Imaging Tea

Responsibilities

Routinely assembles various intricate optical and mechanical components.
Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine assembly tasks.
Quantity of units produced should correspond to the time standards
Perform cleaning and inspection of various components using hand tools and ultrasonic baths.
Load/unload ovens.
Responsible for following prescribed assembly techniques and within assigned time standards to produce quality imagers while meeting productivity guidelines.
May perform one or more of the following: Singles Inspection, Epoxying, Grind and Polish, load fiber; Oiling; tie bundles.
Actively participate in company sponsored training programs.
Ability to cross train in other value stream assemblies as needed.
Aware of practices and processes utilizing current management tools.
Produce and maintain production records.
Notify proper personnel regarding manufacturing materials performance and stock levels.
Properly complete all required production documents.
Clean and maintain personal and general work areas.