R&D Technician - 1st shift

Description

Novel Cath a Cirtec company specializes in the design and development of complex, minimally invasive, interventional medical technologies. We have delivered first-of-a-kind medical devices for the Interventional Cardiology, Structural Heart, Electrophysiology and Neuromodulation markets.

For over three decades, Cirtec Medical has been a leading outsourcing partner for complex medical devices. We specialize in providing comprehensive solutions for Class II and III devices, from design and development to precision components and finished device assembly. Our expertise spans neuromodulation, implantable drug delivery, cardiac rhythm management, structural heart, mechanical circulatory support, and minimally invasive surgical systems.

Our dedicated teams prioritize growth, innovation, and collaboration. We actively seek opportunities for improvement to enhance our support for clients. If you embrace a growth mindset and thrive on challenges, you may be a perfect fit for our team!

The R&D Technician I position is primarily responsible for utilizing state of the art equipment for the development and assembly of catheters and associated medical components. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating a variety of equipment including, but not limited to, lasers, injection molding machines, reflow machines as well as an array of test equipment while adhering to the quality requirements of the company.

In addition, this position will work with the R&D engineering teams to ideate, create, and build first prototypes. This individual is essential in the maturation of these prototypes and their progress through the development. Lastly, the technician must feel comfortable providing candid feedback to the engineering team to ensure success in later phases of the program.

• Make recommendations on how to improve the quality or efficiency of a process based on data and observation.
• Assist in training employees on equipment and assembly skills.
• Utilize problem solving skills and effective communication to and assist engineering in improving quality.
• Develop processes and procedures for projects to improve quality and cost.
• Draft and maintain written technical descriptions of processes and procedures comprehensive in scope and understandable by the audience.
• Maintain compliance to procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Understand and follow safety policies and practices, attend safety training and wear PPE as required.
• Perform Corrective and Preventative Action tasks.
• Reliable, consistent, and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Comply with company quality, and safety standards, policies, and procedures.

• Minimum of HS Diploma
• 5+ years' experience in the R&D/manufacturing environment for catheters.
• Strong drive to learn, share, and teach.
• Understanding of and experience with mechanical equipment.
• FDA, cGMP principles and practices (ISO 9001, ISO 13485).
• Strong computer skills associated with Microsoft software.
• Ability to interpret technical drawing, blueprints, specification, and illustrations.
• Ability to diagnose and solve problems with jobs in a timely manner.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Excellent reading, writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Maintains performance with changing priorities under minimal supervision.
• Possess strong team collaboration skills.
• Must be able to make clear and accurate decisions.
• Strong desire to learn and apply new technology.

• In-depth understanding of advanced manufacturing processes is a plus.

Work is performed in a lab or cleanroom environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

$23 to 31/hr depending on skills and experience.

Monday through Thursday, 5:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Cirtec Medical Corporation considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,…