Surgical Instrument Technician

Job Title

Hand-finishing Manufacturing of Surgical Instruments, Specifically Bipolar Forceps

Job Description

Here's what you'll do:

• Perform preliminary steps on surgical instruments to prepare for finishing, working under a microscope and using trade skills such as filing, bending, polishing, and other advanced metalworking techniques to consistently meet or exceed the established quality standards for form, fit, and function to meet safety standards for use with our customers
• Trim back coating on forceps tips to specifications, and remove adhesives underneath using blades and files
• Polish forceps under a microscope to remove machine and file marks using various polishing wheels under a microscope, without damaging the insulative coating
• Accurate use of measurement tools, including calipers, micrometer, and various gauges, to accurately adhere to tolerances as low as +/-.010"
• Comprehend and implement production from engineering level blueprints and technical drawings
• Cross communicates with areas including Quality Control, Production Planning, and Engineering
• Maintain accurate record-keeping of outputs, scrap, and inventory
• Rework rejections from Quality Control area
• Preserve workflow pattern by following established 5S and Lean Manufacturing procedures
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 0-1 year experience in Manufacturing environment
• Preferred 2+ years minimum Surgical instrument manufacturing experience
• Experience with general manufacturing processes
• Assessment of skills will be part of the training process
• Ability to follow verbal and written manufacturing procedures
• Excellent hand-eye coordination

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Vacation and sick pay
• The list goes on!

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion.