Senior Engineering Technician II - Manufacturing

Working

Location:

Minnesota, Brooklyn Park

Workplace Flexibility:
Onsite

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

The Senior Engineering Technician II supports the implementation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment, processes, and production systems in an ISO 13485 regulated medical device environment. Working independently and with cross-functional teams, this role assists in the development and maintenance of manufacturing documentation, supports engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives, and helps drive equipment and process performance. Responsibilities include designing and building prototypes, fixtures, and tooling;

executing equipment and process testing; collecting and analyzing data; preparing protocols and reports; and training others on equipment and test methods. The position also supports manufacturing infrastructure through calibration, maintenance coordination, safety compliance, and waste management activities, while contributing to process validations, corrective actions, and initiatives that improve quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

• Support the implementation, installation, qualification, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, and production processes.
• Supports the executiong of engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives that drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Develop, maintain, and revise manufacturing, validation, and engineering documentation, including work instructions, protocols, reports, procedures, and equipment records in compliance with ISO 13485 and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Execute, document, and report on equipment, process, fixture, and manufacturing-related testing activities.
• Document test methods, inspection methods, and process verification activities with minimal engineering guidance.
• Execute equipment qualifications, process validations, test method validations, and Gage R&R studies, documenting results and recommendations.
• Design, build, modify, and maintain manufacturing tooling, test fixtures, assembly fixtures, and prototype components to support manufacturing and engineering activities.
• Support process transfers, equipment implementations, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret manufacturing, quality, and test data using appropriate statistical methods, and prepare reports that support engineering and operational decision-making.
• Assist in identifying root causes of manufacturing, equipment, and process issues and participate in corrective and preventive action activities.
• Train production personnel, technicians, and other team members on equipment operation, manufacturing processes, fixtures, test methods, and standard work procedures.
• Coordinate activities of technicians, interns, co-op students, and temporary resources supporting engineering and manufacturing projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Operations, Maintenance, and R&D to implement process improvements and resolve technical issues.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and external service providers to support equipment maintenance, repairs, upgrades, procurement activities, and process improvements.
• Read, interpret, and create engineering drawings, work instructions, equipment documentation, and fixture designs.
• Create and modify CAD models, fixture designs, and tooling concepts, and work with internal or external resources to fabricate and implement solutions.
• Procure materials, components, tooling, and equipment required to support manufacturing, validation, testing, and improvement activities.
• Perform measurements, inspections, and evaluations of products, components, tooling, and equipment to support manufacturing and quality objectives.
• Support laboratory and manufacturing infrastructure activities, including equipment calibration, preventive maintenance coordination, asset management, safety compliance, facility organization, cleaning services, and hazardous waste handling and disposal.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, quality system requirements, regulatory standards, and Environmental Health and Safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned or self-initiated based on business needs and continuous improvement opportunities.

• High school degree required or equivalent.
• 2-year degree or technical certification and Minimum of 8 years of related experience or the equivalent of combined education and experience.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Good manual dexterity and the ability to operate…