Operations Associate II

Confluent Medical•Austin, TX

About The Position

Confluent Medical Technologies is seeking an Operations Associate II to work in Austin. Under minimal supervision and using detailed verbal and written instructions, this role performs repetitive bench or line operations to mass-produce medical device products, including stents and filters. The position performs preparation, production, equipment setup and operation, inspection, documentation, training, and process-support duties while meeting productivity and quality goals. The associate works at different workstations as production needs require and may process or monitor engineering experiments. The role also supports a safe, orderly work environment and compliance with applicable health, safety, environmental, and production requirements. The company is unable to sponsor employment visas or consider individuals with time-limited visa status.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, and 2 to 5 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work varying shifts and overtime hours when required.
Ability to read, write, and understand English.
Ability to complete required company and department training courses.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to use and read measuring devices such as rulers, calipers, micrometers, reticules, thermometers, and gauges.
Ability to follow protocols.
Ability to read and understand basic engineering drawings.
Understanding of and ability to apply QSR and ISO regulatory requirements in everyday activities.

Responsibilities

Perform simple to semi-complex tasks in preparation for medical device assembly.
Maintain certification as a Visual Inspector and serve as a delegated trainer for one to five process work instructions (WIs) or EOPs.
Check workstation certification status using the Electronic Training Module.
Participate in process and safety improvement activities.
Use Servoy and FileMaker production databases and navigate them with minimal supervision.
Perform Bump-n-Slide during the shift to balance the line and keep work in progress moving.
Meet productivity and quality goals while maintaining line balance.
Read and follow WIs, EOPs, operating procedures, and other process documents, including instructions for tool sizes, equipment settings, equipment startup, and equipment operation.
Check production equipment status, including current calibration dates and green stickers.
Process medical devices according to written documentation and approved procedures.
Perform moderately complex equipment setups and adjustments, operate production equipment, and maintain it.
Work at different workstations as production needs require.
Conduct basic to semi-complex quality inspections of own or others' work and perform moderately complex inspections using simple hand or equipment measuring devices.
Train and certify on 50% to 80% of process documents.
Keep the workstation, supply racks, and parts storage bins clean and orderly.
Accurately complete manufacturing documentation, including logbooks, travelers, log sheets, and production records, and mentor less experienced personnel on these procedures.
Communicate effectively with teammates, Leads, Supervisors, and Maintenance to resolve process issues, such as recurring defects or equipment malfunctions.
Process and monitor engineering experiments using written and/or verbal instructions.
Provide training using the buddy system when requested.
Complete basic production, health, safety, and environmental hazard communication training.
Follow safety and production standard operating procedures and ensure personal and company compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and company health, safety, and environmental requirements.