R&D​/Quality Technician

POSITION: R&D/Quality Technician II | FULLTIME: 12-Month Assignment |

LOCATION:

Arbor Lakes, MN |

SCHEDULE:

40 HRS WEEK | PAY RANGE: $25/HR

(Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base pay information is based on market location.)

This individual will work within a high-performance cross-functional team performing routine medical device particulate testing ensuring delivery of the highest quality result to the customer. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, with excellent documentation practices, and exceptional attention to detail.

• Performs routine testing assignments requiring basic interpretation of established procedures.
• Gather and record data, analyze results and verify & report test results.
• Assignments require broad judgment in troubleshooting.
• Create and maintain data files and forms.
• Communicate with a wide variety of personnel in and outside of the plant.
• Identify areas of improvement and participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Use documentation systems to research information and generate Change Requests.
• Assist in developing and qualify data sheets, equipment/fixtures, visual standards, and test methods.
• Initiate, investigate, and assist in generation and completion of NCEPs and DDAs.
• Assist with product failure analysis.
• Communicate testing results to teams.
• Assist engineers in failure analysis and CAPA activities, including assignment as a CAPA project member.
• Support process and product qualification activities.
• Serve support roles during external audits:
  Document retriever, auditee.
• Perform “special” quality initiatives with guidance.
• In all actions, demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.
• Employ basic analytical lab skills such as reading a meniscus, pipetting, using a balance, using a stir plate, etc.

• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in related discipline and 3+ years of related experience.
• Prior experience in a lab environment including analytical laboratory skills (weighing, pipetting, scientific method, etc.).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours.

• DV test protocol training and execution experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Quick learner; willing to learn the current test processes and procedures in a regulated environment.
• Able to multitask between projects in different stages of development.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing and fulfilling documentation requirements.
• Ability to communicate detailed information to the project teams.
• Ability to work in a team environment interacting with engineers and technicians.
• Prior experience in test documentation through lab notebooks or reports.
• Experience in medical device industry preferably testing medical devices.
• Operate and maintain test equipment.
• Chemistry/Biology experience.

• May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Use of computers and technology.

Canon Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our range of benefits may include health care and 401(k) savings plans.

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