Assembler II (Temporary/Contractor)

INOVIO PHARMACEUTICALS INC•San Diego, CA

9h•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

INOVIO is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing DNA medicines to help treat and protect people from HPV-related diseases, cancer, and infectious diseases. INOVIO’s technology optimizes the design and delivery of innovative DNA medicines that teach the body to manufacture its own disease-fighting tools. The Assembler II uses a variety of hand and power tools, fixtures, work instructions and test equipment to perform a series of operations to correctly assemble and/or test medical devices.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent; Technical/Vocational school, and completion of Level I or equivalent experience in a similar position.
Minimum 2 years in a commercially regulated medical manufacturing environment. Technical training may be applied in lieu of experience.
Experience working within a class 8 or higher cleanroom environment.
Basic soldering & de-soldering skills strongly desired.
Working knowledge of industry color and numeric codes.
Ability to read schematics, drawings, and assembly instructions.
Knowledge of ESD practices.
Ability to use test instruments, jigs, and various hand tools.
Ability to read and comprehend procedures written in English.
Displayed comprehension of assembly practices and technologies.
Familiarity with assembly tools, processes, and terminology.
Technical knowledge of electronics and mechanical designs.
Understanding of the application and functioning of test equipment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision.
Understanding or experience with regulatory requirements (OSHA, FDA, ISO) and general safety.
Self-motivated team player.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Medical device manufacturing experience.
Familiarity with personal computers.
Lifting to 30 pounds.
A current US work authorization is required.

Nice To Haves

Technical writing skills desired.

Responsibilities

Follow detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures to build disposable and electronic products both in and out of a cleanroom environment.
Provide hands on job function training to coworkers as needed.
Maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
Perform assembly of electronic components and sub-assemblies.
Complete cable routing and securing of wire harnesses and components.
Perform repairs to sub-assemblies and devices.
Generate accurate production records.
Notify supervisor of any production abnormality or unsafe condition/ practice.
Comply with policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements per the Quality System.
Perform other duties as requested.