Development Tech III

Forj Medical•Vadnais Heights, MN

18h

About The Position

The Development (Senior) Technician (Product or Process) performs a wide variety of analytical and technical functions pertaining to product and/or process development in such a manner that complete and accurate analysis, records, and reports are delivered. This individual is involved in new product teams, communicates cross-functionally with other engineering groups, and contributes to writing of protocols and reports in areas of experience. This role with work with equipment frequently and be a hands-on assistant to engineer driven work and problem solving. This person has experience with specific product types and process/equipment to be considered a valuable source of information for Engineering, and can work fairly independently on larger scope of deliverables.

Requirements

Minimum two-year technical education or equivalent experience
Minimum four-years (4) technician experience
Two years PC experience; AS400, JD Edwards, and Windows knowledge a plus
Must be able to work with minimal direction with demonstrated problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of company products a plus
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Highly organized and detail oriented.
Demonstrated initiative toward self-development (extra curricular activities, classes, etc.)
Has working knowledge of computers including spreadsheets, word processing, data analysis

Responsibilities

Follows instructions and executes process and product development tasks, can operate independently once objectives are communicated until tasks are completed.
Thoroughly understands all operations in their area including immediate up and down-stream operations.
Performs basic data entry, word processing, and spreadsheets.
Has some ability for basic data analysis.
Accesses the information network as needed.
Records data accurately in lab notebook.
Can train Operators.
Assists Engineers and other Technicians in equipment selection.
Assists Engineers in identifying the technical source of problems, can create solution recommendations.
Makes adjustments and recommendations to product specifications, process parameters, or equipment under Engineer’s direction.
Can conduct independent root cause analysis, prototype builds, and product testing.
Has a working knowledge of documentation control system.
Writes protocols and reports for Engineering approval as required.
Can develop tooling and fixture concepts, conducts simple CAD modeling.
Other duties may be assigned.