Production Technician II (2nd Shift)

Cretex • Brooklyn Park, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. The Production Technician II is responsible for setting up and operating manual and automatic punch presses, as well as other equipment used in the manufacture of precision stamped components. This role completes inspections of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished parts for conformance to quality standards and customer expectations, and makes adjustments to the stamping process to ensure quality requirements are maintained. The ideal candidate is able to work in a team environment and interact with a multitude of organizations during manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment running machining equipment.
• Ability to set up and run stamping presses.
• Ability to read a progression strip.
• Ability to comprehend and follow work instructions, SOPs, and training documents, including the ability to create and document new processes.
• Ability to use hand tools such as micrometers, pin gauges, calipers, and dial indicators.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Excellent shop math skills, including fractions, decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment, including progressive and single-stage stamping presses, as well as other equipment used in the manufacture of precision stamped components (such as metal finishing machines and secondary operations machinery).
• Input data into the job tracking software system.
• Ensure the correct program is loaded into production equipment.
• Accurately load parts into fixtures for laser and robotic operations and/or single-stage press equipment.
• Troubleshoot machinery and investigate machine issues during production runs.
• Maintain Kanban, iSupply, and production plan levels.
• Perform visual and measurement inspections and accurately document the results.
• Interpret blueprints, follow control plans, and complete IPIs (In-Process Inspections) and PPIs (Pre-Production Inspections).
• Follow manufacturing and quality procedures and comply with all documented requirements.
• Maintain inventory levels and production plans/rates.
• Assist in the packaging of products.
• Perform secondary operations, including cleaning, deburring, passivation, and broaching.
• Enter production information and log time-per-part into the ERP system on a timely basis.
• Work as an active team member on the production floor, assisting others as needed.
• Mentor Production Machine Operators.
• Adhere to all safety policies, including wearing ear and eye protection where required.
• Perform daily safety checks prior to running machinery.
• Perform preventative maintenance on presses under the direction of the maintenance technician.
• Train production personnel following all appropriate training procedures.
• Operate multiple presses simultaneously when appropriate.
• Partner with New Tool Build during the qualification of new tools, run tools in development, and provide feedback for the creation and revision of production and quality instructions.
• Routinely run multiple customer parts across a variety of press tonnages.
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements.
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work.
• Partner with other business segments, including Sales/Marketing, Customer Service, Engineering, Quality, and Finance.
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve.
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly.
• Participate in required company meetings.
• Maintain an organized work area following 5S expectations.
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program.
• Complete all other work duties as assigned.
• Work effectively and safely in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Shift differential
• 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution
• Onsite health clinics
• Discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service)
• Cretex University
• 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee death benefit
• Employee sick and safe leave
• Comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers
• Dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider)
• Vision insurance
• Pre-tax health savings account
• Healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Discretionary profit sharing program
• Parental Leave
• Accident and critical illness benefits
• Optional employee, spouse, and child life
• Short and long term disability
• Company provided life insurance
• Tuition assistance programs

What This Job Offers

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