Staff Technol, Machinist (2nd Shift)

Edwards Lifesciences•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

Provides technical and function-specific knowledge to support machinist activities. Programs, sets up, and operates specified manual and/or CNC equipment to create, refine, and repair parts, tooling, and devices. Troubleshoots output errors, adjusts parameters, verifies tolerances against drawing specifications, and collaborates with Engineering on process changes and complex work. Reviews work orders, priorities, drawings, and related documents; coordinates materials and services with third-party providers; and performs troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to support equipment reliability and production schedules. Coaches and mentors lower-level technicians and sets up equipment for entry-level technicians. The role requires reliable attendance and working the full shift or a longer work period, along with general housekeeping and procedural training. Work hours are Monday through Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 15 years of related experience, or an associate's degree or equivalent and 13 years of related experience.
Experience in CNC and micromachining is required.
Ability to work independently on complex projects, develop work instructions, and provide guidance that advances other technicians' competency.
Knowledge of and adherence to Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines for clean-room medical-device manufacturing.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing and Good Documentation Practices in a medical-device environment.
Ability to comply with company rules and requirements, including applicable safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

15 years of previous experience in manufacturing and/or medical-device experience is preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, including creating presentations, influencing others, and conveying recommendations.
Knowledge of problem-solving methodologies, root-cause analysis, and Good Documentation Practices.
Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite and CAD if applicable.
Extensive knowledge of validation and improvement of automated equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
Knowledge of material compatibility in the proposed use environment.
Ability to execute project-management fundamentals.
Extensive knowledge of routine preventive maintenance of production equipment.
Extensive knowledge of electrical, mechanical, electronic, pneumatic, and controls systems.

Responsibilities

Program, set up, and operate specified manual and/or CNC equipment to create, refine, and repair parts, tooling, and devices.
Troubleshoot output errors and adjust machine parameters to achieve desired results while following Good Manufacturing and Good Documentation Practices.
Verify completed work against drawing tolerances and use knowledge of machining processes to achieve successful outcomes; collaborate with Engineering on process changes.
Review work orders and priorities, follow work instructions and SOPs, review engineering drawings for completeness, and verify work documents against plans and specifications.
Follow up with vendors on complex requests and contact third-party providers to secure materials and services needed to complete machining work orders.
Maintain sufficient work-area supplies and equipment and order materials when required.
Troubleshoot equipment and recommend maintenance to limit downtime and keep production on schedule.
Perform preventive maintenance on complex production equipment to support optimal operation.
Coach, guide, and mentor lower-level technicians and set up equipment to support entry-level technicians.
Collaborate with Engineering on complex drawings, specifications, and materials to achieve desired output.
Arrive on time, maintain regular attendance without excessive absenteeism, and work a full shift or longer work period.
Maintain general work-area housekeeping and attend procedural training, including keeping current with EH&S requirements and applicable machine-operation compliance guidelines.
Adhere to company rules and requirements, including pandemic protocols and Environmental Health & Safety rules, and take appropriate measures to prevent injuries and pollution and protect the environment.