Suture Assembly Operator-Ave Maria

Arthrex

49d•Onsite

About The Position

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively seeking a Suture Assembly Operator to produce high-quality medical instruments in accordance with Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. procedures, in a Safe and Effective manner, to meet and exceed the customer’s needs. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™. The available shifts are: Second Shift: 4:00 pm-12:30 am. Monday-Friday Third Shift: 10:00 pm-6:30 am. Sunday-Thursday

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Manufacturing experience related to technical and mechanical aspect of manufacturing including operation of packaging equipment a plus.
Self-motivated and able to work independently when necessary.
Able to determine materials and tools required to perform the operation(s).
Can perform different tasks/operation required to manufacture the product.
Creative thinker and is able to suggest process improvements and problem solve.
Able to use inspection tools and measuring devices to assure quality of product.
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook is a plus.
Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.
Visual acuity necessary to do the job safely and effectively.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Responsibilities

Support current processes related to existing suture assembly.
Operate suture attaching process to crimp needles to nitonol wire and braided suture, wire cutting machine, arbor press machine to assemble sub-assembly work orders.
Perform dimensional checks on the product where necessary.
Package suture in support cards using a variety of winding techniques. Performs pouch loading, pouch sealing, supplemental label application, pouch labeling and folding carton labeling.
Training successfully completed to one of the outside areas of the department to include Boxing
Complete batch records with any required information from the processes.
Escalate assembly issues to Production Coordinator
Responsible for proper storage, control, and identification of tooling and fixtures.
Perform terminal cleaning and daily housekeeping utilizing various cleaning and disinfecting agents.