Work Shift: DAY Work Schedule: Why Merit? At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED • Operates, maintains and troubleshoots braiding machines. • Process various documentation, such as work orders. • Assists in the implementation of new products and equipment. • Assist extrusion supervisor in training of other braiding operators. • Assist in the operation of extruder and inspection equipment. • Follow work order schedule. • Maintain inventory control for braiding components. Includes identifying spools of wire that need to be returned to vendor. • Contributes to meeting department goals and operational metrics. • Contributes to a positive and safe working environment and the overall team efforts of the department. • Performs other related duties, as required. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS • Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. -- local practice may apply. • Writing • Sitting • Standing • Bending • Vision • Color perception • Depth perception • Reading • Field of vision/peripheral • Fine motor skills • Noise • Chemical vapors • Soldering fumes SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and one year of related experience. • Knowledge of the operation of braiders or other high speed equipment. • Individual must be self-motivated and possess good judgment in order to maintain a high degree of quantity with quality. • Ability to recognize problems and make adjustments to the equipment. • Ability to visually check work performed and identify whether a product has met standards. • Ability to perform repetitive tasks well. • Ability to follow instructions in performing repetitive tasks. • Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations and follow procedures. COMPETENCIES • Eye-hand coordination • Quality inspection • Computerized test equipment operation COMMENTS Infectious Control Risk Category III: The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure. As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following: * Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights * Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days) * Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic * Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias * Employee Garden | Gardening Classes * 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays * 401K | Health Savings Account To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers. Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply. Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans. Founded in 1987, Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit serves client hospitals worldwide with a domestic and international sales force and clinical support team totaling in excess of 500 individuals. Merit employs approximately 6,000 people worldwide with facilities in South Jordan, Utah; Pearland, Texas; Richmond, Virginia; Aliso Viejo, California; Maastricht and Venlo, The Netherlands; Paris, France; Galway, Ireland; Beijing, China; Tijuana, Mexico; Joinville, Brazil; Ontario, Canada; Melbourne, Australia; Tokyo, Japan; Reading, United Kingdom; Johannesburg, South Africa; and Singapore. UNDERSTAND. INNOVATE. DELIVER. Merit Medical is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit has made it a priority to understand customers, innovate, and deliver life-changing products and services.