Production Technician; 2nd Shift

Overview

About Cretex Medical

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at

Production Technician
Position Summary:

The Production Technician is responsible for setting up and operating manual and automatic punch presses, as well as other equipment used in the manufacture of precision stamped components. This role completes inspections of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished parts for conformance to quality standards and customer expectations, and makes adjustments to the stamping process to ensure quality requirements are maintained. The ideal candidate is able to work in a team environment and interact with a multitude of organizations during manufacturing operations.

Shift Available:

2nd Shift: 2:00 pm-12:30 am Monday-Thursday

• Operate production equipment, including progressive and single-stage stamping presses, as well as other equipment used in the manufacture of precision stamped components (such as metal finishing machines and secondary operations machinery).
• Inputdata into the job tracking software system.
• Ensurethe correct program is loaded into production equipment.
• Accurately loadparts into fixtures for laser and robotic operations and/or single-stage press equipment.
• Troubleshoot machinery and investigate machine issues during production runs.
• Maintain Kanban, iSupply, and production plan levels.
• Perform visual and measurement inspections and accurately document the results.
  
  Interpret blueprints, follow control plans, and complete IPIs (In-Process Inspections) and PPIs (Pre-Production Inspections).
• Follow manufacturing and quality procedures and comply with all documented requirements.
• Maintain inventory levels and production plans/rates.
• Assistin the packaging of products.
• Perform secondary operations, including cleaning, deburring, passivation, and broaching.
• Enter production information and log time-per-part into the ERP system on a timely basis.
• Workas an active team member on the production floor, assisting others as needed.
• Mentor Production Machine Operators.
• Adhereto all safety policies, including wearing ear and eye protection where required.
• Perform daily safety checks prior to running machinery.
• Perform preventative maintenance on presses under the direction of the maintenance technician.
• Train production personnel following all appropriate training procedures.
• Operate multiple presses simultaneously when appropriate.
• Partner with New Tool Build during the qualification of new tools, run tools in development, and provide feedback for the creation and revision of production and quality instructions.
• Routinely run multiple customer parts across a variety of press tonnages.
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements.
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work.
• Partner with other business segments, including Sales/Marketing, Customer Service, Engineering, Quality, and Finance.
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve.
• Ensurebusiness systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly.
• Participate in required company meetings.
• Maintain an organized work area following 5S expectations.
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program.
• Complete all other work duties as assigned.
• Work effectively and safely in a manufacturing environment.

(Including KSAs and Certifications)

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment running machining…