Medical Device Production Assembler - 1st and 2nd shifts, full-time contract
Performs fabrication of BioTrace pacing lead sub-assemblies and final lead assembly per established Manufacturing Process Instructions. Adheres to established company timelines for all product builds
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Perform strict adherence to established Manufacturing Process Instructions. Recording of accurate information into the Lot History Record for all product builds.
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Provide open communications and feedback to both Operations Director and V.P. of R&D related to progress of all product builds, and any issues that may affect the quality and/or progress of each product build, consistent with the company timeline.
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Identify manufacturing and/or process challenges to improve fabrication techniques, quality or efficiency of product builds.
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Adhere to BioTrace Medical’s Quality Policy and Good Manufacturing Practices.
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Support company goals and objectives, policies and procedures, the QSR, and other FDA/MDD regulations.
SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:
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Demonstrated manual proficiency working under a microscope (10x-30x) to prepare and assemble complex and precision catheter components and sub-assemblies, and final catheter assembly at the scale of a 6F catheter (0.080” catheter diameter) or smaller. Relevant experience :
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Assembly of intravascular guide wires (0.014” and/or 0.035”)
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Assembly of PTCA or PTA catheters
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Assembly of atherectomy catheters
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Demonstrated examples of working with the following tools and processes:
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Micro-crimpers and crimping operations
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UV-bonding adhesives and UV light source
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Hypotube hole cutters
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Assembly of micro-subassemblies into the scale of a 6F catheter system
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Preparation of micro-hypotubes for assembly into the final catheter (holding & cutting to length using pin vices and Dremel tool)
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Expansion of catheter lumen using heat gun and mandrels
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Experience using
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Dremel tools
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Analog and digital calipers
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UV cure systems
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Electronic flow dispensing system
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
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Minimum 5 years medical device industry experience in the fabrication of micro-catheters preferable.
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Some experience in Research and Development desirable.
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High school diploma required.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
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Working knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and cleanroom protocol.
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Excellent manual dexterity
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Flexibility with respect to work hours as some evening/weekend work may be required.
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Proficient spoken and written English
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Must sign BioTrace confidentiality agreement.