Instrument Repair Center Technician
bioMérieux
Summary
Perform evaluation, refurbishment, assembly, alignment and acceptance testing of automated electro-mechanical biological test systems on an advanced level while maintaining stock levels.
Job description
Position Summary
Perform evaluation, refurbishment, assembly, alignment and acceptance testing of automated electro-mechanical biological test systems on an advanced level while maintaining stock levels.
Position Duties
- Provide support for filling, packaging equipment & instrument manufacturing, assisting in improvement of manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and quality.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of engineering activities, including process improvements and repair activities, to support operational transparency.
- Perform sub-assembly and final assembly acceptance test operations accurately and timely.
- Perform electro-mechanical assembly operations of a complicated nature.
- Ensures proper completion of supporting documentation, following GMP guidelines.
- Assist in training of Senior Assembler and other Technicians.
- Ability to conduct advanced test procedures.
- Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- 4+ years of experience troubleshooting and/or assembling electromechanical equipment, ideally medical devices or instruments.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes.
- Flexibility, being highly adaptable and resilient to thrive in a dynamic work environment.
- Priority setting that align with business objectives.
- Practicing time management to allocate tasks, balance priorities, and meet deadlines efficiently.
- Troubleshooting issues to identify and resolve problems efficiently.
- Drive for Results while successfully removing barriers.
- Skilled in MS Office tools to include but not limited to Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
- Intermediate: applies skills independently in most situations; handles moderately complex tasks with occasional guidance.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and assembly procedures.
- Knowledge of service and repair of St. Louis based instrumentation. Knowledge of Preventative Maintenance and calibration systems and processes.
- Knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical functions, advanced laws of electricity, microprocessor and analog systems.
Working Conditions (Summary)
- Ability to remain in a stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods.
- Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.
- Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
- Domestic Travel: 0%
- International Travel: 0%
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- 4+ years of experience troubleshooting and/or assembling electromechanical equipment, ideally medical devices or instruments
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and assembly procedures
- Knowledge of Preventative Maintenance and calibration systems and processes
- Knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical functions, advanced laws of electricity, microprocessor and analog systems
- Skilled in MS Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)
- Troubleshooting skills
- Time management and priority setting
- Flexibility and adaptability
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Telemedicine Options
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Accidental Death Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Adoption Assistance
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Parental Leave
- Variable Annual Bonus
Company overview
bioMérieux is a world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics, founded in 1963 as a family-owned company based in Marcy-l'Étoile, France. With over 10,000 employees spread across 45 countries and serving 160 countries through an extensive distribution network, the company specializes in developing innovative diagnostic solutions for both clinical and industrial applications. Their clinical diagnostics help healthcare professionals quickly identify pathologies and contamination sources, while their industrial solutions assist manufacturers in meeting stringent quality and safety standards for food and pharmaceutical products. bioMérieux focuses on three key areas of in vitro diagnostics: microbiology (where they are the world leader), immunoassays for high medical value tests, and molecular biology for syndromic diagnosis of infectious diseases. The company is particularly committed to combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR), with three-quarters of their R&D and 80% of their product portfolio dedicated to this critical public health challenge. They also provide comprehensive solutions for sepsis diagnosis and management, as well as diagnostic tools for acute non-infectious conditions like cardiovascular and kidney diseases.