Manufacturing Technician

Position: Manufacturing Technician I
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* Job Description:

**** Confluent Medical Technologies
** is a financially healthy and rapidly growing medical device company whose employees are passionate about providing life-saving solutions to our customers through a collaborative and high-impact work environment.  We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize the important role you will play in our life-saving work.

We are looking for a
** Manufacturing Technician I
** to join our amazing team in beautiful Chattanooga, TN. This is a 60-day Fixed-term position with a Friday - Sunday (12-hour) work schedule. As a uniquely qualified candidate, you will:
* Manufacture medical device tubing per specifications, including startup and shutdown of Laser machines, filmcast, wire drawing, and/or braiding equipment
* Clean work area, equipment, and tooling thoroughly
* Read, follow, and accurately complete all provided documentation (product drawings, work procedures, process logs, etc.)
* Have some computer proficiency with a willingness to learn computer systems required to perform job responsibilities
* Inspect product per specifications using specified measuring equipment
* Have ability to leverage previous methods, processes, equipment, and tooling to address new process and equipment challenges.
* Follow good manufacturing practices (GMP): line clearance, work instructions, documentation, etc.
* Work closely with engineering to develop new process parameters, tooling, and methods for manufacturing
* Work with engineers to streamline process to meet manufacturing build time, cost, and yield targets
* Work with engineers to generate clear and concise work instructions, test methods, and visual standards
* Work with and train other skilled technicians/operators in the manufacturing techniques, inspection methods, and required documentation
* Communicate issues to engineering for collaborative continuous improvement
* Be willing to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and have ability to modify work shift as needed by business conditions
* Perform other duties as appropriate
** Education, Experience and Requirements
*** 0-3-years related manufacturing experience
* Prior Laser, filmcast and braiding experience is preferred
* Able to troubleshoot moderately complex process, equipment, and tooling issues.
* Extremely hands on with strong mechanical aptitude
* Forklift and aerial lift experience preferred, but not required
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Knowledge of good manufacturing practices (GMP)
* Strong attention to detail, professional attitude, team player
* Perform work tasks at elevated height
* Lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 500 lbs assisted
* Ability to work 3rd Shift  We regret that we are unable to sponsor employment visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.