Extrusion Technician I - 1st Shift (NovelCath)
About The Position
NovelCath a Cirtec company specializes in the design and development of complex, minimally invasive, interventional medical technologies. We have delivered first-of-a-kind medical devices for the Interventional Cardiology, Structural Heart, Electrophysiology and Neuromodulation markets. For over three decades, Cirtec Medical has been a leading provider of manufacturing solutions for complex Class II and III medical devices. We specialize in providing comprehensive services from design and development to manufacturing and finished device assembly. Our expertise spans active implants and neuromodulation, interventional cardiology, structural heart, minimally invasive surgical systems, smart orthopedics, and precision components. Our dedicated teams prioritize growth, innovation, and collaboration. We actively seek opportunities for improvement to enhance our support for clients. If you embrace a growth mindset and thrive on challenge, you may be a perfect fit for our team! Position Summary: Set up and operate plastic extrusion and downstream equipment to manufacture custom medical tubing according to specifications following quality standards in order to meet department production and/or development demands by performing the following duties.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably Medical Device industry
- Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
- Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and specifications
- Proficiency in use of computer systems using standard business software (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MRP/ERP systems, etc.).
Nice To Haves
- PTFE experience
- Extrusion melting experience
- Experience with Accu-Cut and similar Cut-to-Length machines & tools
Responsibilities
- Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
- Set up machine and other equipment required to make the items to be run during assigned shift.
- Make sure the proper resin(s) is (are) available and staged properly, if appropriate.
- Start up and operate the extrusion equipment according to approved parameters for the item(s) to be manufactured.
- Adjust tooling as required to produce product that meets the specifications.
- Adjust processing parameters as allowed within the approved range(s) to maintain the product within the approved specification.
- Inspect product according to approved methods and standards using approved equipment.
- Collect and package product according to approved standards and deliver to the next station listed on the work order.
- Observe machine operation to detect work-piece defects or machine malfunction.
- Measure work-piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
- Perform minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or work-pieces.
- Complete and submit all completed paperwork or electronic data entry.
- Purge, shut down and clean all equipment according to approved methods (where applicable), and remove tooling in preparation for the next work order to be processed.
Benefits
- We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
- Our benefits include training and career development, healthcare and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Paid Time Off and 401(k) retirement savings with a company match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
