Staff Technol, Machinist (Weekend Shift)

Edwards Lifesciences•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

Provides technical and function-specific knowledge to support machinist activities. The role programs, sets up, and operates manual and/or CNC equipment to create, refine, and repair parts, tooling, and devices. It includes troubleshooting output errors, adjusting parameters, verifying tolerances against drawing specifications, and collaborating with Engineering on process changes and complex work. The machinist reviews work orders, priorities, engineering drawings, and work documents; follows established work instructions and SOPs; coordinates with third-party providers and vendors; and maintains supplies and equipment. The position also troubleshoots equipment, recommends and performs preventive maintenance, and coaches and guides lower-level technicians. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with 15 years of related experience, or an associate's degree or equivalent with 13 years of related experience.
Experience in CNC and micromachining.
Ability to work independently on complex projects, develop work instructions, and guide other technicians to advance their competency.
Knowledge of and adherence to Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines relevant to clean-room medical device manufacturing.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing and Good Documentation Practices in a medical device environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, including the ability to create presentations, influence, and convey recommendations.
Skills in problem-solving methodology, root cause analysis, and Good Documentation Practices.
Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite and CAD if applicable.
Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
Knowledge of material compatibility in the proposed use environment.
Ability to execute the fundamentals of project management.
Knowledge of routine preventive maintenance of production equipment.
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, electronic, pneumatic, and controls systems.

Nice To Haves

15 years of previous experience in manufacturing and/or medical device experience.
Extensive knowledge of validation and improvement of automated equipment.

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 equipment parameters to achieve desired results while following Good Manufacturing and Good Documentation Practices.
Verify completed work tolerances against drawing specifications and apply knowledge of machining processes to achieve successful outcomes.
Devise process changes in collaboration with Engineering.
Review work orders and priorities; perform job functions in compliance with work instructions and SOPs.
Review engineering drawings for completeness and verify work documents against plans and specifications; follow up with vendors on complex requests.
Contact third-party providers to arrange 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 more complex production equipment.
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 the 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 compliance guidelines for machine operations.
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.