What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrument Manufacturing Technician I position at bioMerieux Inc.?
Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Position Type: Unfixed Term
Job Function: Manufacturing
A world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics for more than 60 years, bioMerieux provides diagnostic solutions which determine the source of disease and contamination to improve patient health and ensure consumer safety.
In North America we have more than 6,200 team members across 11 sites or subsidiaries, including Salt Lake City-based BioFire Diagnostics and one subsidiary in Montreal, Canada.
Come and join a family-owned global company with a long-term vision, and a human-centered culture.
Description
Position Summary
This is a full time non-exempt position. Responsible for manufacturing and assembly of clinical and commercial products. Utilizing attention to detail, the Instrument Manufacturing Technician I operates production equipment and assembles instrument components using fine motor dexterity. Responsible for performing a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly operations on sub-assembly components. Has knowledge of commonly used cGMP concepts, practices, and procedures within the medical device field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision and reports to the bioMerieux's Production Supervisor.
Primary Duties
- Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of BioFire
- Diagnostics' Quality System.
- Manufactures and assembles sub-assembly components products.
- Prepare and package all finished goods for clinical and commercial products.
- Operates production equipment.
- Responsible for maintaining parts and materials in production lab area.
- Maintains records that comply with regulatory requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices,
- and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Performs in-process testing as needed to assure product meets specifications.
- Required to interact with various company departments.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Training, Education, Experience
- Requires a High School diploma, vocational training or equivalent.
- This is an entry-level role. No previous experience is required; however, previous directly related
- experience is preferred (i.e. Ability to use specialized equipment, read instructions, maintain written records, and work from established drawings).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Basic mathematics skills. Familiarity with ESD programs and clean room manufacturing desired.
- Experience with electronic or electro-mechanical assembly and soldering desired.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain in stationary position, often standing, for prolonged periods.
- Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
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BioMerieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Please be advised that the receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant's identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, the retraction of an offer, or if already hired, dismissal. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation in BioMerieux's or its affiliates' application process by contacting us via telephone at (385) 770-1132, by email at recruitment@biomerieux.com, or by dialing 711 for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS).
