Medical Wire Grinding Technician

KMM Group•Hatboro, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Build Parts That Matter. Some components are measured in inches. The components made in KMM’s Wire Grinding department are often measured in thousandths and ten-thousandths. As a Guidewire Grinding Technician, you will help manufacture precision guidewires and corewires used in medical device applications. These small components can require complex tapers, micro-diameters, tightly controlled profiles, and exceptional consistency from one part to the next. You will train to set up, program, operate, monitor, and inspect specialized grinding equipment, including Glebar CAM2 Advanced Wire Grinding Systems and a Royal Master Generation-X Swiss-Type Grinding System. This is a strong opportunity for someone with mechanical aptitude, patience, and a sharp eye for detail to build a career in precision manufacturing. Previous guidewire grinding experience is valuable, but applicants with transferable machining, grinding, inspection, or technical-school experience are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude and an interest in learning precision manufacturing
Ability to perform basic shop math using decimals and fractions
Ability to read and accurately record measurements
Strong attention to detail when working with very small components and tight tolerances
Ability to follow written work instructions, specifications, inspection plans, and safety procedures
Basic computer and data-entry skills
Ability to communicate quality or process concerns clearly
Dependable attendance and willingness to learn through hands-on training
Ability to work independently after training while remaining part of a collaborative production team
Stand and walk throughout the workday while operating and monitoring manufacturing equipment
Sit periodically while programming equipment, inspecting components, or completing documentation
Use hands and fingers for precise handling of thin wires, small components, measuring tools, controls, keyboards, and production materials
Maintain the visual acuity and focus needed to inspect small features, read measurement displays, and identify subtle defects
Reach, bend, stoop, crouch, and move around production and inspection equipment
Frequently lift and carry lightweight components, tooling, containers, and production materials
Occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds
Work around moving machinery, grinding equipment, coolant, oils, noise, and other conditions normally present in a precision manufacturing facility
Wear required personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures
Maintain concentration while operating or monitoring multiple processes
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or have a valid Green Card.
A Restrictive Covenant Agreement (NDA) must be executed for this position.

Nice To Haves

Previous guidewire grinding experience
Transferable machining, grinding, inspection, or technical-school experience
One or more years of machine operation, precision manufacturing, grinding, machining, inspection, or related technical work
Guidewire, corewire, catheter, or medical component manufacturing
Precision wire grinding, CNC grinding, centerless grinding, OD grinding, profile grinding, or taper grinding
Glebar CAM2 grinding systems
Royal Master Generation-X or other Swiss-type grinding equipment
P4K profile measurement systems
Laser micrometers, optical comparators, vision inspection systems, micrometers, calipers, indicators, or precision gages
Blueprint or technical drawing interpretation
Basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing concepts
Machine setup, offsets, parameter adjustments, or process troubleshooting
Statistical process control or production data collection
ISO 13485, FDA-regulated, aerospace, defense, or other highly controlled manufacturing environments
Technical school, machining program, apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, or manufacturing certificate

Responsibilities

Operate Precision Guidewire Grinding Equipment
Set up, program, and operate Glebar CAM2 wire grinding machines in OD, centerless, and modified grinding modes
Set up and operate the Royal Master Generation-X Swiss-type grinding system
Manufacture guidewires, corewires, and other precision medical device components
Load and handle fine wire materials carefully to prevent bends, surface damage, or contamination
Monitor grinding parameters, machine performance, wheel condition, and part quality throughout each production run
Make trained machine adjustments to maintain dimensions and process stability
Operate multiple grinding machines or related processes simultaneously after demonstrating proficiency
Follow approved work instructions, setup documentation, inspection plans, and production procedures
Inspect Tight-Tolerance Components
Perform first-piece and in-process inspection
Measure diameters, tapers, profiles, lengths, and other critical features
Use micrometers, calipers, optical comparators, laser measurement systems, vision systems, and other precision inspection equipment
Program and use P4K profile measurement systems, as assigned
Compare inspection results with technical drawings, specifications, and process requirements
Record measurement and production data accurately
Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and stop or escalate the process when necessary
Work closely with Quality Assurance to meet critical medical device inspection and traceability requirements
Troubleshoot and Improve the Process
Investigate dimensional variation, surface-finish issues, wire-handling problems, and machine alarms
Adjust approved machine parameters and offsets to bring the process back into control
Help identify potential causes of scrap, rework, downtime, or inconsistent results
Support root-cause analysis and corrective-action activities
Participate in continuous-improvement projects involving quality, productivity, machine utilization, and cycle time
Help develop stable and repeatable processes as new products move from development into production
Share observations and improvement ideas with operators, technicians, engineers, supervisors, and Quality team members
Perform routine machine care and support preventive-maintenance activities