Associate Prototype Technician

• Constructs engineering samples and prototypes to specifications and requirements with direction from the Engineering team.
• Assists in organization of engineering build notes and documentation from all prototype builds. Supports Engineers in the creation of build documentation.
• Provides value-add feedback to design engineers through post-build reviews, design reviews, and documentation reviews.
• Reads and understands drawings, specifications, schematics, and sketches.
• Supports initial production builds and transition from engineering to production.
• Assembles component parts as per print. Utilizes both manual and automatic machine operation.
• Visually and/or dimensionally inspects parts and/or completed assemblies for conformance to specifications. Completes required Device History Records and other manufacturing documentation per Good Documented Practices (GDP). Identifies and escalates quality non-conformances.
• Sets up equipment needed for assembly/inspection as per work instructions or as dictated by the product configuration.
• Participates in team activities focusing on process/product improvement, problem resolution, and customer satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: 3 years catheter-related work experience and/or 3-5 years light assembly experience in a regulated industry required; medical device experience preferred. Associate's degree or above with a minimum 0-3 years of experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Special Skills: Excellent communication skills required. Familiarity with microscopes and measuring devices required.
• Certification for industry specific assembly requirements such as IPC soldering standards for the medical device and Military markets desired.
• Technical training in welding, material science, and one-year related quality experience preferred.
• Specialized Knowledge: Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed instruction and/or available documentation.
• Must possess the ability to recognize obvious defects in workmanship.
• Demonstrates competency in multiple critical assembly processes.
• Demonstrate ability to be flexible; work independently and in a production-line setting and in multiple locations within the facility.
• Ability to work with a variety of equipment and instruments such as Hot boxes, Ovens, Split die bonders, Cath-Tip/tipping machines, Soldering irons, and Injection Molders.
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office products.