Assembly Technician I

ZEISS•Chesterfield, MO

About The Position

The Production Assembler manufactures, assembles, inspects, tests, and packages products according to approved procedures, work instructions, and ZEISS quality standards. The role helps meet production goals while ensuring product quality, accurate documentation, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and applicable regulatory requirements. Work includes staging materials, conducting visual and dimensional inspections, operating production equipment, recording work-order information, and preparing products for sterilization. The assembler maintains a clean and organized work area, follows safety and quality procedures, and works with team members to support departmental objectives.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–1 year of manufacturing experience.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate web browsers.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in medical device manufacturing is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manufacture and assemble products according to approved manufacturing procedures and work instructions.
Meet established production output, quality, and productivity goals.
Learn and perform assigned product lines and manufacturing processes as directed by a manager or supervisor.
Review work-order Bills of Materials (BOMs) to gather, verify, and stage materials for assembly, inspection, and packaging.
Perform basic manufacturing processes in designated areas, including tumbling, cleanroom operations, and packaging.
Prepare products for sterilization according to established procedures.
Operate production equipment and perform routine maintenance within the scope of training and authorization.
Ensure finished products meet specifications, quality standards, and ZEISS requirements.
Perform in-process and final inspections in accordance with Quality Control Standard Operating Procedures (QCSOPs) and Quality Inspection Specifications (QIS).
Use microscopes and appropriate magnification to conduct detailed visual inspections of parts and assemblies.
Use optical comparators and overlay models for dimensional inspections of components and assemblies.
Perform in-process and final product testing, set up and operate test equipment, execute test procedures, and document results accurately.
Identify, segregate, and dispose of defective materials according to quality procedures.
Troubleshoot and repair equipment assemblies down to the component level within documented instructions, training, and authorization.
Promptly report quality issues, nonconformances, and process deviations.
Review, inspect, measure, and verify work orders in accordance with applicable procedures.
Maintain accurate, complete, and legible documentation, including work orders, accepted and rejected quantities, and production, inspection, and testing records.
Follow applicable MSOPs, MPIs, QCSOPs, QIS, GMP, line-clearance requirements, and regulatory standards.
Follow First-In, First-Out (FIFO) procedures for staging, using, and returning materials.
Perform transactions in SAP or other ERP systems, including operation confirmations and label printing, to maintain production records and traceability.
Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S principles and complete assigned housekeeping activities.
Follow workplace safety requirements and ZEISS quality standards.
Communicate with technicians, team leads, assistant engineers, project managers, and supervisors about production, quality, equipment, and safety issues.
Escalate safety concerns, process deviations, and product nonconformances through established procedures.
Contribute to corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives as requested.
Collaborate with team members to achieve departmental safety, quality, and productivity objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.