Operator II

Abbott • Scottsdale, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Working under general supervision and following established procedures, the Operator II performs routine and moderately complex manufacturing assignments involving assembly, welding, X-ray, repair, testing, coating, and packaging of pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), leads, electronic systems, and related medical-device assemblies. The role follows detailed instructions for routine work and refers more complex problems to a supervisor, lead, or senior personnel.

The operator may perform electronic assembly, casting/coating, mechanical assembly, and packaging functions. Work includes using microscopes, small hand tools, and test equipment to assemble and inspect parts, identify and correct defects, repair devices, and verify documentation. The role may also involve setting up special test equipment and helping expedite priority products and tasks.

The position supports company initiatives and quality and environmental management systems, and complies with FDA regulations, other regulatory requirements, and company procedures. It requires collaboration with coworkers and other stakeholders and work in a production or air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment, including required gowning.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience in the biomedical field or in air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing requiring stringent environmental controls.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Relevant training or experience assembling digital or analog circuitry, devices, components, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated use of standard hand tools used in assembling bio-instruments or bio-devices.
• Ability to work cooperatively and productively with others, multitask, rotate through assigned work-group jobs, and meet deadlines on multiple projects.
• 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 comprehension; must pass a reading-comprehension pre-employment examination.
• Ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and company operating procedures, processes, policies, and rules.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance and work overtime, including regularly scheduled overtime.
• Ability to lift up to approximately 25 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment, both as a team member and individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational and follow-up skills, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a broader enterprise or cross-division business-unit model.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, weld, solder, and X-ray medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools.
• Inspect X-rays and parts visually to locate and correct problems; repair and test units using computerized test equipment.
• Inspect molded medical devices and assemblies for bubbles, nicks, and excess epoxy; access, remove, patch, or repair defects and bake parts to cure epoxy patches.
• Kit, assemble, bond, coat, and process medical devices and related parts; inspect and repair devices and components using microscopes and applicable tools.
• Kit, assemble, and package devices and accessories; identify and correct problems and review device documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Set up or use special test equipment as needed and assist in expediting priority products and tasks in assigned areas.
• Notify the supervisor when supplies or materials need replenishing and when production difficulties cannot be readily corrected.
• Support company initiatives and comply with Quality Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems, FDA regulations, other regulatory requirements, and company policies, procedures, and assignments.
• Maintain positive and cooperative communications with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Perform other related duties as directed or assigned.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities with an international company.
• Employees may qualify 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