Quality Programmer

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies • Brooklyn Park, MN

2d • $21 - $37 • 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. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.
Position Summary
Responsible for developing and maintaining inspection programs using customer drawings and specifications to ensure compliance to customer requirements and have extensive knowledge of dimensional metrology.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of experience in a quality assurance role
• Advanced knowledge of inspection equipment uses and maintenance
• Intermediate GD&T
• Advanced understanding of precision testing equipment software

Nice To Haves

• Two-year technical degree
• Experience with ERP systems
• Experience programming OGP or Micro-Vu
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001/13485
• Quality training/certifications

Responsibilities

• Program various precision testing equipment including but not limited to Tool Scope, CMM, Vision Systems
• Devise fixture concepts and participate in gage and fixture development
• Perform basic maintenance of inspection equipment
• Implement and analyze artifact checks for various precision testing equipment
• Gage R&R analysis using Minitab
• Identify and implement inspection methods and equipment to reduce cost and improve productivity
• Perform key responsibilities of a Quality Inspector, Quality Technician and Sr. Quality Technician.
• Enter production information into the ERP system on a timely basis
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
• Understand and comply with the Cretex professional competencies, company policies, and employee manual
• Adhere to all safety policies; includes wearing personal protective equipment when required
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Benefits

• Our 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, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.
• Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: 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; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.
• Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.
• (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)
• Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees