Technologist – Disposables R&D

Vantive US Healthcare USA • Plymouth, MN

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Technologist – Disposables R&D performs a wide variety of research and development laboratory tasks and experiments, including detailed analyses and tests for research, development, and quality control of processes and products. The role compiles, analyzes, and interprets preliminary results; applies advanced techniques and procedures to assigned projects; and works under minimal supervision. The position supports laboratory operations, develops and maintains experimental records, builds engineering prototypes, and works with suppliers and procurement to obtain samples and products. The workplace policy requires a minimum of three days onsite each week.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and five or more years of experience in a related field; an associate degree is preferred. Candidates should be able to handle multiple assignments with minimal supervision, demonstrate expertise in a functional area, and have skills in test method development, test fixture design and development, data analysis, report writing, and basic statistical analysis. Working knowledge of FDA Design Controls and ISO 13485 and experience with disposables R&D or manufacturing and plastics processing and secondary operations are also sought.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five or more years of experience in a related field.
• Ability to handle multiple task assignments with minimal supervision to ensure customer needs are met.
• Skills in test method development, test fixture design and development, data analysis, and report writing.
• Ability to perform basic statistical analysis and make recommendations to engineers.
• Demonstrated expertise in a particular functional area.
• Working knowledge of FDA Design Controls and ISO 13485.
• Experience with disposables R&D and/or disposables manufacturing.
• Experience with plastics processing and secondary operations, such as extrusion, injection molding, solvent bonding, or RF welding.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Write experimental reports, summaries, and protocols.
• Develop and maintain records for experiments performed.
• Troubleshoot and calibrate instruments.
• Apply advanced techniques and procedures to assigned projects with minimal supervision.
• Set up, acquire, and maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Train other laboratory personnel on equipment, processes, and procedures.
• Perform research and development laboratory tasks and experiments according to company procedures.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and laboratory supply inventory levels.
• Build engineering prototypes.
• Work with suppliers and procurement to obtain samples and products.
• Perform detailed analyses and tests for research, development, or quality control of processes and products.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret preliminary results.

Benefits

• Medical insurance starting on day one.
• Dental insurance starting on day one.
• Vision insurance starting on day one.
• Basic life insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Business travel accident insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Educational assistance programs.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
• Family and medical leaves of absence.
• Paid parental leave.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Childcare benefits.
• Discretionary bonuses may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED