Quality Technician II

Integer•Bedford, MA

About The Position

Integer is a global organization providing innovative, high-quality technologies and manufacturing to Medical Device OEMs to enhance the lives of patients worldwide and high-end niche batteries for specialized applications in the energy, military, and environmental markets. Integer is guided by its six Values: focus on Customers, Innovation, Collaboration, Inclusion, Candor, and Integrity. Working at Integer means being part of a team passionately pursuing excellence and reaching for the next great achievement. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure or establish controls for products and processes related to various technical functions meeting customer and regulatory requirements. The role maintains and improves Integer quality systems and carries out responsibilities with little to no supervision.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent may be required.
2 years of Integer work experience, or 3 years of related manufacturing industry experience may be required.
Understanding of GD&T.
Computer operation skills.
Ability to read and interpret drawings/prints.
Ability to read and understand work instructions.
Experienced with the use of measurement tools/equipment and hand gages to measure physical dimensions on parts (e.g. pin gage, caliper, optical comparator, etc.).
Good organizational and communication skills.
Detail oriented and organized.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or experience in area of technical expertise may be preferred.
Associates degree may substitute for years experience.
Understanding of the ISO9001/ISO13485 quality standards preferred.
Product knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

Compiles or completes quality records, reports, and/or documentation ensuring GDP (Good Documentation Practices) are applied.
Participates in problem solving and provides input for process/product evaluations for continuous improvement.
Utilizes equipment and ensures current calibration.
May repair, modify and/or maintain equipment.
Performs inspections in accordance with authorized specification and applicable quality standards.
May make recommendations to existing work instructions to improve quality, clarity, and/or efficiency.
Sets up and runs testing according to procedures or Engineering direction.
May perform failure analysis and/or troubleshooting.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Expands skill base through on-the-job training, cross training, and classroom instruction.
May train personnel in proper techniques to utilize systems, equipment, and processes.
Provides support/guidance, data, and analysis to other departments.
Continually seeks to drive improvements in product and process quality and identifies and escalates quality non-conformances to assist in achieving company quality objectives and key business metrics.
Adheres to Integer Core Beliefs, Safety and Quality requirements and applicable regulations described in the quality management system (QMS).
Identifies and evaluates procedures to ensure the production of quality product for manufacturing side.
Works with measurement tools to ensure product is to standard before it is released.
Conducts studies to understand capability for process and/or measurement systems.
Performs dimensional testing for product before and after cleaning.
Provides the Quality group with technical support as required.
Makes decisions on how to handle product issues with the operator accordingly and matters pertaining to whether product is acceptable.
May write technical reports, records of standards and rejections and other required quality documentation.

Benefits

Base wages
Cash-based incentive program supporting our pay-for-performance philosophy
Overtime pay
Shift differentials
Call-in pay
Comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits
Parental leave is available after one year
Optional employee-paid programs include supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance
Employees are immediately eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
80 hours (10 days) of company designated holidays per year
Annual allotment of paid time off