Engineering Technician II

Cretex Companies • Coon Rapids, MN

22d • $25 - $35

About The Position

Position summary The Engineering Technician II will work alongside Manufacturing Engineers supporting technical operations in a high-volume medical device contract manufacturing facility. This person is directly responsible for assembling prototypes, executing test protocols, documenting results, evaluating new manufacturing process instructions, and providing feedback to the engineering and manufacturing teams. This position will also assist with developing and maintaining tooling and fixtures. Essential Job Functions First point of contact for technical support escalation for operations Provide assembly process feedback to the engineering team Responsible to monitor, inspect, setup, calibrate, and maintain manufacturing process equipment Research and identify manufacturing or engineering solutions Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including but not limited to, machining, injection molding, laser processing, stamping, or packaging Assist engineers as they create, modify, and test products and processes Inspect products and processes for flaws and identify areas of improvement Conduct tests and collect data in support of validation activities Utilize and usesputer-aided design and drafting software Develops production drawings for manufacturing Reads andplies with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists Enters production information into the ERP system on a timely basis Generate ECO/DCO and process documentation changes related to manufacturing changes, such as work instruction changes, changes, documentation updates, etc. Perform equipment set-ups as required Support andply with thepany Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly Participate in requiredpany meetings Maintain ananized work area (5S) Participate in the Operational Excellence Program Complete all other work duties as assigned Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience working as an engineering technician
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices & Quality Systems Regulations is desirable
• Prefer medical product experience
• Must have goodmunication and documentation skills
• Must have problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Working knowledge of CAD software platforms AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Pro-E experience is desired

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree in Engineering
• 3-5 years of engineering experience
• PLC, Python, Vision Systems programming exposure
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for technical support escalation for operations
• Provide assembly process feedback to the engineering team
• Responsible to monitor, inspect, setup, calibrate, and maintain manufacturing process equipment
• Research and identify solutions to manufacturing or engineering issues
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including but not limited to, machining, injection molding, laser processing, stamping or packaging
• Assist engineers as they create, modify, and test products and processes
• Inspect products and processes for flaws and identify areas of improvement
• Conduct tests and collect data in support of validation activities
• Utilize and usesputer-aided design and drafting software
• Develops production drawings for manufacturing
• Reads andplies with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists
• Enters production information into the ERP system on a timely basis
• Generate ECO/DCO and process documentation changes related to manufacturing changes, such as work instruction changes, changes, documentation updates, etc.
• Perform equipment set-ups as required
• Maintains ananized work area (5S) to include workstations, equipment, walkways, and locker rooms
• Participates in the Operational Excellence Program
• Understands andplies with the Cretex professionalpetencies,pany policies, and employee manual
• Ads to all safety policies; includes wearing personal protective equipment when required
• Supports andplies with thepany’s Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Completes all other work duties as assigned

Benefits

• Our 401k retirement savings plan with apany match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.
• Cretex's medical benefit package includes:prehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.
• Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability;pany provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree