Manufacturing Tech III

Manufacturing Technician III

Location: Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Function: Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function: Manufacturing Assembly

Job Category: Business Enablement/Support

The Manufacturing Technician III is responsible for performing electro‑mechanical assembly of robotic modules and components, supporting production schedules, and maintaining compliance with medical device regulations. This role reports into the Surgical Robotics (OTTAVA™) Manufacturing organization. The position offers hands‑on experience with innovative technology and opportunities for long‑term career development.

• Perform advanced electro‑mechanical assembly and system‑level integration of robotic system modules including joints, control modules, sensors, and cable harnesses using detailed work instructions and engineering documentation.
• Operate within a structured production environment to meet daily build targets while maintaining compliance with ISO 13485, FDA QSR, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) requirements.
• Interpret and apply assembly procedures, MPIs, TPIs, and engineering documents to correctly build, verify, and validate mechanical and electromechanical components across multiple product modules.
• Conduct functional, electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic testing using calibrated equipment, test fixtures, torque tools, multimeters, and relevant software‑based test procedures.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and rework complex electrical and mechanical issues including alignment, sensor faults, and calibration deviations and escalate systemic issues to engineering.
• Maintain compliance with ESD protection requirements, clean manufacturing protocols, and contamination control standards appropriate for medical device manufacturing.
• Accurately document production activities, inspection results, rework actions, and test outcomes in MES, ERP/SAP, and electronic DHR systems following GDP and GMP standards.
• Perform in‑process inspections and contribute to quality verifications to ensure adherence to workmanship and regulatory standards.
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives by identifying issues, supporting engineering in investigations, corrective and preventive action implementation.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing leadership, NPI engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and support successful pilot builds and product introductions.
• Provide detailed feedback to engineering teams for improving Manufacturing Work Instructions (MWI), Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPI), and Test Process Instructions (TPI), ensuring accuracy, clarity, and manufacturability.
• Support training, knowledge‑sharing, and on‑the‑job guidance for Manufacturing Technician I and II team members, including assistance with complex assemblies or troubleshooting tasks.
• Maintain certification and demonstrate multi‑module proficiency across at least five major robotic system modules while upholding all safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Prepare production lines by performing line clearance, verifying equipment maintenance and calibration status, and ensuring readiness for upcoming build operations.
• Maintain accuracy of material transactions, perform cycle counts for raw materials, sub‑assemblies, and WIP, and ensure inventory integrity throughout the production workflow.
• Identify and promptly report material shortages or discrepancies to Line Leads, Supervisors, and Managers to prevent build interruptions and support efficient production scheduling.
• Contribute to process efficiency efforts by identifying workflow bottlenecks, recommending improvements, and supporting implementation of incremental process enhancements.

Education:

• Vocational Certificate, Technical, or Associate degree or equivalent required.

Required:

• 4–5 years of experience in medical device or electromechanical capital equipment manufacturing, with demonstrated use of Good Documentation Practices (GDP) in a regulated environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proven ability to troubleshoot and support root‑cause investigation of complex assemblies and…