Equipment Operator I

Position Summary

An Equipment Operator I is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of simple automated assembly machines.   This individual will ensure the continued operation of assembly machines through interpretation of and appropriate response to machine faults and through infrequent alignment of stations and fixtures. This individual will perform simple, repetitive tasks associated with machine operation and will operate machines that require a low level of attentiveness.  The operator is also responsible for ensuring that medical devices are assembled with the highest quality possible.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Keep work area and equipment clean
• Able to read and understand procedures
• Responsible for safe operation of equipment in accordance with Company standards and procedures
• Capable of starting a machine from power off state
• Performs work order set ups in electronic batch record, data acquisition, and inventory management systems
• Operates machines, jigs and fixtures to produce good quality products at established run rates
• Reads and interprets gauges and dials as required on equipment
• Able to interpret machine faults, rectify problem, and restart machine
• Completes production records and work order documentation as needed
• Perform inspection or testing of product to ensure good quality
• Weigh, count, package, and label finished product
• Able to learn to operate simple machines quickly and easily
• Able to demonstrate flexibility in operating multiple simple machines. Simple machines:
  • Involve press and torque fitments,
  • Are typically less than 10 stations,
  • Have low levels of operator attention,
  • Have minimal station and fixture alignments.

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Basic Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word) and computer experience preferred
• Able to read and understand procedures

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED or Employment Assessment

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age

Travel Requirements

• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Use solvents, glue, or solder
• Must be able to perform visual inspections with and without the aid of magnification tools
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• This job operates in a clean room environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for the duration of the shift
• Must be able to repetitively move and lift objects of up to 20 lbs