Sr Manufacturing Technician

Join Vital Path in Maplewood as a Sr Manufacturing Technician! About Vital Path

Vital Path is a trusted contract manufacturing partner that delivers high-quality complex catheter solutions around the world that save lives and restore patient health and vital function. We strive to treat every product we design and manufacture to the highest level of quality and awareness that these products are going to be used inside of a patient, possibly even our own family members.

Our employees impassioned hard work and dedication are at the core of our success. Every function within our organization plays a crucial role in our mission and is deeply valued for its contribution to achieving our shared goals of quality, innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

As a fast-growing organization, we bring harmony and standardization across Vital Path with a strong vision in mind - We are one Vital Path. We embrace our diversity, celebrate each others success, support one another through change, and continue to grow as a high-performing organization. We aim to shape our corporate culture to enhance team member engagement, skills, and productivity so that Vital Path is an employer of choice.

If you’re ready to contribute to groundbreaking medical advancements in a collaborative, fast paced environment, we invite you to apply and be part of our growth!

The Sr Manufacturing Technician is a senior technical role that supports Operations, New Product Development, and Engineering teams. This position is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, process optimization, and technical analysis to ensure efficient and compliant manufacturing operations. The Sr Manufacturing Technician works independently with minimal supervision, providing leadership in resolving complex product and equipment issues, implementing process improvements, and performing statistical analyses to drive data-based decisions.

This role requires strong technical aptitude, analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments to support continuous improvement initiatives.

• This position requires the employee to be onsite at our Maplewood, MN location.
• Shift/
  
  Schedule:
  
  day schedule 4x9 hours Monday Thursday, and 4 hours on Friday
• Vital Path does not offer relocation assistance for this position.

• Perform advanced troubleshooting of equipment, processes, and product related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring issues using structured problem solving methodologies.
• Create, Execute, and document engineering tests for Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ).
• Maintain and improve production equipment reliability through preventive maintenance and technical upgrades.
• Independently set up, calibrate, and validate complex manufacturing equipment and new technology introduction.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO standards, and internal quality requirements.

• Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Perform statistical analyses such as Pareto charts, line charts, trend analysis, and other data driven evaluations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement manufacturing aids, fixtures, and tooling to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on new product introductions, process validations, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical training and mentorship to Manufacturing Technicians and production operators.
• Deliver handson training for manufacturing processes, standard work, and quality expectations.
• Support continuous improvement projects and contribute to cost reduction, yield improvement, and cycle time reduction.

• Accurately record and analyze production and process data; prepare detailed technical reports and presentations.
• Maintain equipment history logs and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Generate and interpret control charts, capability studies, and other quality metrics.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or operations technical role
• Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills using technical and analytical thinking
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience working in a medical device or GMP manufacturing environment working in a class 7 cleanroom
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
• Familiarity with FDA regulations and ISO 13485 standards
• Experience with process validation and equipment qualification
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Comprehension of blueprints, including basic dimensioning and tolerance
• Experience with microscope, caliper, ruler (various…