Operator I

Abbott • Scottsdale, AZ

3d • $14 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Working under close supervision, the Operator I performs routine assembly and testing operations on pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), hybrids, and related medical-device assemblies. Assignments follow specified or standardized procedures, are closely reviewed, and certain problems are referred to a supervisor or more senior personnel.

The role may include electronic assembly and cutting/coating work. Electronic assembly includes assembling, soldering, and X-raying devices and parts, inspecting them visually, correcting problems, and testing units with computerized equipment. Cutting/coating work includes inspecting assemblies after dispensing, repairing bubbles or voids with syringes and small tools, and baking parts to cure epoxy patches. The operator may also set up or use special test equipment and reports supply needs and production difficulties to a supervisor.

The position supports company initiatives and quality and environmental management systems, and follows FDA regulations, other regulatory requirements, company policies, procedures, processes, and task assignments. It involves production equipment, small hand tools, test equipment, precision measuring instruments, and standard office equipment. Work takes place in a production or air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment with required gowning, low to moderate noise, and minor chemical exposure. The work includes standing and sitting at a workstation, walking between workstations, interacting with colleagues, and frequent use of hands and arms. Occasional lifting of approximately 25 pounds may be required. Regularly scheduled overtime is required. The position is on second shift and does not require travel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; exceptions are reviewed by HR.
• Typically, six or more months of relevant training or experience assembling digital or analog circuitry, devices, components, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to use standard hand tools used in assembling bio-instruments or bio-devices.
• Ability to work cooperatively and productively with others and to work both as a team member and an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to multitask, rotate through assigned work-group jobs as needed, and meet deadlines on multiple projects.
• Demonstrated spelling, punctuation, grammar, basic math/numerical, and organizational skills, and familiarity with standard manufacturing and office equipment and procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, including clear speech and demonstrated comprehension; passing a reading-comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory.
• Ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and company procedures, processes, policies, and rules.
• Ability to lift approximately 25 pounds on occasion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively at multiple organizational levels.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Availability for regularly scheduled overtime.
• Ability to read instruments, devices, blueprints, specifications, operating sheets, procedures, and related production documents; clear vision, correctable if necessary.
• Ability to perform work involving prolonged sitting and standing, walking between workstations, and significant hand and arm use.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a broader enterprise or cross-division business-unit model.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to leverage or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Formal training in assembly techniques.
• Experience assembling manufactured items in a bio-instruments or bio-devices-related facility.
• Prior experience in an air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment requiring stringent environmental controls.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, solder, and X-ray medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools.
• Inspect parts visually, locate and correct problems, and test units using computerized test equipment.
• Inspect medical devices and assemblies after dispensing for bubbles, nicks, or excess epoxy; repair bubbles or voids using syringes and small tools; bake parts to cure epoxy patches.
• Set up or use special test equipment when needed.
• Notify a supervisor when supplies or materials need replenishment and report production difficulties that cannot be readily corrected.
• Perform other related duties as directed or assigned.
• Support company initiatives and Quality Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems, and other regulatory requirements.
• Comply with FDA and other regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Maintain positive and cooperative communication and collaboration with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Rotate through assigned work-group jobs, multitask, and meet deadlines on multiple projects.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance and work scheduled overtime.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities with an international company.
• Potential eligibility for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit, an affordable and convenient path to a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED