Assembler

Zimmer, Inc.•San Diego, CA

10d•$44,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Assembler supports production builds to meet quality standards and delivery schedules. The role assembles and tests products according to defined instructions and standard procedures, including building electromechanical devices, completing work orders and associated documentation, and carrying out inspection, packaging, decontamination, and rework testing. The Assembler works under limited supervision using written or verbal procedures and collaborates with leads, supervisors, engineers, and other departments to improve productivity. The position requires careful work with small tools and components, computer-based data entry and device testing, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks and cross-train across manufacturing workstations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing or assembly environment.
Recent medical-device assembly experience.
Ability to use a computer for data entry and device testing while following test procedures.
Sufficient skills to perform production assembly according to defined procedures.
Ability to follow company policies and procedures, including attendance requirements.
Manual dexterity and steady hands for working with small hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, and tweezers, including work under a microscope.
Ability to read and follow manuals and work instructions.
Ability to work under limited supervision using specific written or verbal procedures.
Ability and willingness to perform repetitive tasks and cross-train on multiple workstations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in medical-device assembly under ISO 13485.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner and document work performed in accordance with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs).
Carry out assembly safely and efficiently, following defined procedures and instructions.
Notify team members when parts or components do not meet quality standards.
Work with the department supervisor, lead, engineers, and other departments to improve productivity.
Assemble products under the direction of a lead, supervisor, or manufacturing engineering, and complete routers or travelers for each work order.
Learn and apply standard test methods and processes.
Test production devices according to standard test procedures.
Build electromechanical devices.
Perform ERP transactions as needed.
Perform second-operator inspection of systems.
Perform final packaging of systems.
Perform decontamination and rework quality testing according to applicable procedures.
Use a computer for data entry and device testing in accordance with test procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Coordinate and execute the building of prototypes or products according to engineering designs and instructions.
Perform repetitive tasks and cross-train on multiple manufacturing workstations and areas.