Manufacturing Technician II

Manufacturing Technician II Department:
Strip Mfg

Location:

Billerica, MA

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Nova Biomedical:
One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

About the company

At Nova Biomedical, were not just building instruments, were powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Novas cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, were setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, were building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values:
Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, youll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

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About the role

The Manufacturing Technician II is responsible for supporting the production of consumable test strips through the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automated high-volume process and packaging equipment. This includes automated slitters, packaging equipment, and automated vision inspection systems. The technician performs daily equipment support, Repairs, Preventative Maintenance (PM), calibrations, troubleshooting, spare parts support, and assists with new equipment start-ups, validations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

If youre passionate about ensuring reliable, high-volume automated manufacturing operations and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, wed love to hear from you, apply today!

What youll do

* Maintain, clean, troubleshoot, and repair high-volume automated manufacturing and packaging equipment.

* Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) and calibrations according to the maintenance schedule.

* Support spare parts and tooling inventory management.

* Assist with equipment installation qualifications (IQ), and equipment validations.

* Work with vendors on equipment repairs, upgrades, and troubleshooting.

* Assist in the set-up, debug, start-up, and performance verification of new automated equipment and processes.

* Train production personnel on proper operation and care of automated machinery.

* Assist in developing process aids, and visual instructions.

* Document equipment status, maintenance activities, and issues clearly and effectively.

* Promote and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

* Interface with Manufacturing Engineering, Production Supervisors, Operations, other Technicians, vendors, Shipping, and Purchasing.

What we are looking for in you

* 2+ years of experience supporting automated or high-volume manufacturing equipment.

* Manufacturing background in medical devices or regulated production environments preferred.

* Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated hands-on troubleshooting skills.

* Experience working with micrometers, calipers, multimeters, and related diagnostic tools.

* Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.

* Familiarity with automated vision inspection systems (preferred).

* Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

* Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

* Computer literate, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Physical Requirements for this role include:

* Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs routinely.

* Ability to stand or be on feet for the entire shift, as required.

* Ability to climb onto, under, or inside machinery for repair, inspection, or troubleshooting.

* Good manual dexterity to use hand tools, power tools, and precision instrumentation.

* Ability to distinguish between colors and shades for wiring, sensors, vision systems, and component inspections.

* Adequate depth perception and visual acuity to work with small components and moving machinery.

* Ability to safely work around…