Assembler, Senior, MFG

Medical Murray•Lake Zurich, IL

9d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Medical Murray is seeking an experienced Senior Assembler to join its manufacturing team in Lake Zurich, Illinois. The role performs advanced, detailed assembly operations on catheter products and related subassemblies, working with engineering and quality teams to ensure products meet specifications and regulatory standards. The position operates in a cleanroom environment and emphasizes precision, quality, craftsmanship, teamwork, and compliance. The Senior Assembler performs complex catheter builds using manual dexterity, precision tools, microscopes, and specialized production equipment. The role also supports troubleshooting, process development and validation, and the training and mentoring of junior assemblers. The position is full-time.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
3–5 years of catheter assembly or related precision medical device manufacturing experience required.
Ability to perform complex builds involving multiple subassemblies, bonding, braiding, or over-molding processes.
Experience in a regulated medical device environment, including ISO 13485 and FDA QSR.
Strong understanding of catheter materials and thermal, UV, and solvent bonding processes.
Skill in using measurement, inspection, and test equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and tensile testers.
Familiarity with blueprint reading, tolerances, and process documentation.
Competence using ERP/MES systems and completing electronic DHRs.
High attention to detail, steady hands, and excellent fine motor skills.
Strong communication and teamwork skills, including comfort collaborating across departments.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently and mentor others.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Technical certificate or associate degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or biomedical technology.
Basic understanding of process validation, calibration, and statistical process control (SPC).

Responsibilities

Perform complex catheter assemblies using manual dexterity, precision hand tools, microscopes, and specialized equipment.
Follow detailed work instructions, drawings, and manufacturing procedures to ensure accurate and consistent builds.
Operate and maintain production equipment, including braiders, reflow ovens, tipping machines, bonding and molding stations, heat shrinkers, and adhesive dispensers.
Measure, test, and inspect assemblies using calipers, micrometers, and other precision instruments to verify dimensional and performance specifications.
Document work in device history records (DHRs) and verify line clearance according to established procedures.
Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to troubleshoot assembly issues, identify root causes, and recommend process improvements.
Support process development and validation activities for new catheter builds.
Train and mentor junior assemblers in advanced techniques and best practices.
Maintain compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, and safety requirements in a cleanroom environment.