Manufacturing Technician II

At Q’Apel, we are passionate about revolutionizing neurovascular access. In the simplest sense, we’re a company that creates solutions. We design novel access device technology for vascular interventions and unmet clinical needs. Because in the precious seconds that surround a stroke emergency, clinicians need technology that delivers. That’s where Q’Apel comes in.

Successful Q’Apel team members step up to the plate and work together to achieve our goals every single day. We are a fast-paced, high-growth company with a startup philosophy that requires an all-hands-on-deck attitude, taking on all changes with excitement and a great attitude.

Position Title: Manufacturing Technician II / Catheter Assembly Technician

Job Location: 4245 Technology Drive, Fremont, CA 94538

Department: Operations Mfg Techs

Worker Category: Full-Time/Hourly

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Function: Assembly Technician

Job Class: Assembly Technician 2

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Q’Apel is seeking a Manufacturing Technician II / Catheter Assembler to support and maintain efficient, timely, and effective production operations. A minimum of 2-3 years of manual catheter assembly experience in the Neurovascular Devices Industry, Neurointerventional, Endovascular Neurosurgery, Neuro-interventional, Coronary or Peripheral Medical Device sectors is required to be considered. The ideal candidate will have recent hands‑on experience assembling neurovascular catheters, demonstrating excellent manual dexterity, visual acuity, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow strict instructions.

The assembly process must be followed exactly from the written Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to meet safety and high‑quality standards. We’re looking for someone who has proven and proficient microscope skills capable of performing detailed assembly and inspection tasks for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day). Can safely and effectively operate manual cutting tools and other assembly equipment.

Follows work instructions accurately and consistently to ensure high product quality and deliver on output. The ideal assembly technician must be comfortable working in a dynamic environment with rapidly changing priorities and demonstrate flexibility to quickly adjust to new tasks and assignments as needed. At Q’Apel, every team member “steps up to the plate.” We are a fast‑paced, high‑growth company with a startup mindset.

We value collaboration, adaptability, and a positive attitude toward change. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and take pride in precision work, we’d love to have you on our team.

• Daily accurate manual assembly of the neurovascular catheter per SOP guidelines.
• Supports production needs as scheduled and remains flexible.
• Performsmanufacturinginspectionandtestingof catheter productstoensuretheymeetspecifications.
• Accurate documentation and consistent records maintenance.
• Working daily in the controlled environment room (CER).
• Accurately and consistently follow FDA Quality Systems Regulations and ISO 13485
• Assists Manufacturing with production issues and improvements.
• Assistsininvestigationsandtestingforneworrevisedproductionprocedures.
• Adherestoapprovedstandardoperatingproceduresandmanufacturingprocedures.
• Unlimited/continuoususeofamicroscope.
• Unlimited/continuoususeofmanualcutters.
• Opening,lifting,andpackagingshipperboxesapproximately
  10lbs.inweightonacontinuous basis.
• Provide consistent daily product output.
• Ability to stay flexible and transition from one station to another, one task to another.
• Daily communication and ability to clearly explain any assembly-related problems.
• Other duties as requested.

High School degree required

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