Production Team Associate - 1st and 2nd Shift

1st Shift: Monday - Friday 6am-2:30pm ($18)

2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 2:30pm-11pm ($20)

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The Plating Process Technician participates in the setup, operation, documentation, calibration and maintenance/repair of manufacturing processes performed throughout Argentum Medical. The position will be primarily focused on the silver‑plating production line but will include the operation of existing and newly acquired processes or equipment. This position will also involve the handling of hazardous chemicals which will include donning of chemical resistant personal protection equipment (PPE).

This position works closely with the other members of the plating team, Production Management, Engineering and the Quality & Regulatory Affairs groups in support of the directives established by the organization.

• Setup, operate, maintain and document manufacturing, maintenance and calibration activities associated with medical device manufacturing equipment including: reverse osmosis system, sensitizing system, metallizing equipment, commercial washer/dryer machines, wastewater treatment & facility/building equipment (HVAC systems, compressors, lighting, emergency equipment).
• Compliance with OSHA regulations with regard to personal protective equipment including ability to pass a seal fit test with an OSHA compliant full-face respirator.
• Maintain compliance with local and federal ordinances with regard to waste sampling, disposal and reporting.
• Ability to acquire a Class K wastewater pretreatment operator's license. Training and testing will be provided.
• Ability to perform simple mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and document objective process evidence in English.
• Provide input on process improvements with regard to safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Participate in related safety and compliance (QMS) training as directed by department management.
• Assist with equipment factory/site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT), commissioning and validation when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

• None required but 2‑years of work experience in a QMS regulated industry is preferred.
• Successful track record working in a matrix/collaborative environment if applicable.

• High school diploma, GED equivalent or at least 2 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Communication - Communicates effectively between other team members and direct supervisor. Expresses ideas clearly and simply both verbally and in writing. Promotes timely, ongoing flow of information to other team members. Communicates and listens effectively in order to develop and maintain a safe and effective work environment.
• Interpersonal Skills - Ability to work, interact and build relationships with co‑workers of all levels. Ability to process positive and negative feedback necessary to address nonconformities and to become a more holistic employee.
• Initiative - Ability to work well independently and exercise appropriate judgement under general direction. Ability to prioritize tasks consistent with the department objectives. Ability to take direction from immediate supervisor and question conflicting priorities when they arise.
• Decision Making - Makes timely, sound decisions based on analysis wisdom, experience and judgement. Utilizes Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost hierarchy when making decisions that require some degree of conflict. Relies on experience and good judgement to ensure that expectations are met and that business objectives are achieved.
• Adaptability - Embraces and adapts to change quickly and demonstrates a willingness to learn. Reactionary and adaptable to abrupt changes, arising issues, time pressures and other circumstances.
• Trust and Integrity - Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization. Accepts responsibility for one's own decisions and actions. Demonstrates honesty. Keeps commitments. Behaves in a consistent manner and is open, honest and trustworthy.
• Collaboration…