Staff Technol, Machinist (1st Shift)

Edwards Lifesciences•Salt Lake, UT

20h

About The Position

The Staff Technol, Machinist programs, sets up, and operates specified manual and/or CNC equipment to create, refine, and repair parts, tooling, and devices. The role troubleshoots output errors, adjusts machine parameters, verifies completed work against drawing tolerances, applies process knowledge, and collaborates with Engineering on process changes and complex drawings, specifications, and materials. The position reviews work orders, priorities, engineering drawings, and work documents for completeness and alignment with plans and specifications. It coordinates with third-party providers and vendors to obtain materials and services, maintains adequate work-area supplies and equipment, and recommends and performs maintenance—including preventive maintenance on complex production equipment—to limit downtime and keep production on schedule. The machinist also sets up equipment and provides coaching, guidance, and mentoring to lower-level technicians. The role requires reliable attendance and completing a full shift or longer work period, along with general housekeeping, procedural training, and compliance with applicable environmental health and safety, quality, and machine-operation requirements.

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.
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, including the ability to create presentations, influence, and convey recommendations.
Knowledge of problem-solving methodology, root cause analysis, and Good Documentation Practices.
Strong computer skills, including use of the MS Office Suite; CAD skills if applicable.
Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
Knowledge of material compatibility in the proposed use environment.
Ability to execute project-management fundamentals.
Knowledge of routine preventive maintenance of production equipment.
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, electronic, pneumatic, and controls.
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 work independently on complex projects, develop work instructions, and guide the development of other technicians.
Ability to follow company rules and requirements and take adequate control measures to prevent injury and environmental harm.

Nice To Haves

15 years of previous experience in manufacturing and/or medical-device work.
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 machine parameters to achieve desired results while following Good Manufacturing and Good Documentation Practices.
Verify completed work against drawing specifications and tolerances, and apply process knowledge to achieve successful outcomes.
Collaborate with Engineering to devise process changes and address complex drawings, specifications, and materials.
Review work orders and priorities, follow established 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 obtain materials and services needed to complete machining work orders.
Maintain adequate 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.
Set up equipment to support entry-level technicians and provide coaching, guidance, and mentoring to lower-level technicians.
Maintain punctuality and regular attendance, and work a full shift or longer work period.
Perform general work-area housekeeping and attend procedural training, including training to remain current with EH&S requirements and applicable compliance guidelines.
Follow company rules and requirements, including pandemic protocols and Environmental Health & Safety rules, and take measures to prevent injuries and protect the environment.