Product Development Technician II

Job Summary

This position focuses on technical support for R&D, product development, process development, and transfer to manufacturing projects.

Essential Functions

• Work closely with R&D team to design and develop innovative products
• Develop and refine both R&D and production level manufacturing work instructions
• Assist in design and construction of developmental components, sub-assemblies and prototype devices
• Record observations of both assembly processes and assembly (or component) performance
• Assist in development of test methods, through test method design, construction and execution
• Perform product testing, record data and perform simple analysis
• Communicate to teammates about progress and learnings both verbally and in writing, when necessary
• Train and support operators on new manufacturing projects
• Drive timelines and assist in product manufacturing when necessary
• Gather inspection data on new products to refine customer specs
• Evaluate manufacturing transfer projects and provide line support to ensure a smooth transition
• Work with project team to build quality product and deliver on time

Education, Experience, Required Skills

• Experience and/or training in using a microscope in assembly, working with different types of class III implantable devices, working with active medical devices requiring laser welding/soldering.
• Knowledge of common medical device materials of construction and manufacturing processes
• 3-5 years of experience required, with at least 2 years of experience working with active implantable devices.
• Strong technical ability with focus on quality
• Ability to work well with teams
• Motivated with a strong attention to detail
• Strong written and oral Communication skills
• Ability to handle and be trusted with confidential and/or sensitive information
• Able to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Ability to be flexible and to handle multiple projects in an organized, timely manner
• Able to problem-solve, work under pressure, and to effectively manage stress
• Support company finance, accounting, human resources, quality, regulatory, and clinical departments as necessary to ensure compliance with requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or microscope
• Prolonged periods of standing
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Possess the manual dexterity to assemble products or machines as directed
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination
• Must wear gown, gloves, ear protection and personal protective equipment when applicable

Summary of Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits: Options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Health Savings Account (requires participation in eligible medical plan), and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Company-paid benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Long Term Disability (LTD), Kavira (requires participation in medical plan).
• Voluntary, employee-paid benefits: Employee Supplemental Life & AD&D, Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Employee Assistance Program.
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) & Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

Compensation

• The typical base pay range for this role is between $30.00-36.00/hour. Compensation may vary based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.
• 401(k) Plan: Company-provided Safe Harbor Contribution of 3% of eligible earnings.