Technician Instrument Assembly

DWK Life Sciences•Millville, NJ

18d

About The Position

The Technician Instrument Assembly position assembles products, partially or completely, at a bench on the shop floor or in a clean room environment. The role builds products to required specifications, including electrical and mechanical assembly of laboratory equipment, testing units for functionality and performance, and documenting production sign-off. It also involves reviewing manufacturing orders and blueprints, addressing assembly or material issues with relevant teams, and helping maintain production efficiency, safety, housekeeping, and quality standards.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or military equivalent required.
Mechanical and electro-mechanical knowledge.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a light manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical and mechanical assembly of laboratory equipment.
Fit and assemble parts or machines into complete assemblies.
Package, palletize, and label finished products for stock.
Test units to ensure functionality and performance, and work with the production lead or supervisor on production sign-off and records documentation.
Download software as required for product assembly and perform computer testing of units to specifications.
Review manufacturing orders for quantity, operation steps, testing, and inspection steps.
Review manufacturing blueprints and orders for correctness, and work with the production lead or supervisor to correct errors in blueprints, bills of materials, or routings.
Coordinate with the Production Supervisor or Warehouseman regarding parts overruns and shortages.
Work with Production, Repair, Engineering, and Quality personnel to resolve assembly and defective-material issues.
Promote safe work habits, proper housekeeping, and safety awareness among associates; support EHS initiatives.
Report troubleshooting issues to the Production Supervisor or lead as needed.
Notify the Team Leader or Production Manager of potential continuous improvements and Lean improvements or techniques.
Improve and maintain production efficiencies.
Work within ISO, EHS, and company policies and understand the DWK Quality Policy and relevant Quality Objectives.
Recognize contributions to QMS effectiveness, the benefits of improved performance, and the effects of nonconformance.
Observe safety precautions, rules, and regulations and maintain a clean and safe work area.
Perform other duties as assigned.