Lead Instrument Assembler

Level of Experience :
Entry Level

Employment Type :
Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders or GC EAD or OPT or EAD or CPT)

Note Max Pay Rate $30/hour

Position :
Lead Instrument Assembler

Location :
Salt Lake City, UT

Duration : 12 Months

Total Hours/week : 40.00

1st Shift

Client :
Medical Devices Company

Job Category :
Industrial

Shift Timings: M-F; 8:00 AM
-5:00 PM

Onsite Interviews

• The Lead Assembler is responsible for the fabrication, assembly, testing, and documentation of medical device products.
• This role serves as a key contact between engineering and other lab assemblers in coordinating resources, schedules, and activities to ensure products are built safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality requirements.
• The Lead Assembler provides technical guidance, training, and day-to-day direction to assemblers while helping achieve engineering objectives.

• Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to assembly personnel, fostering a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead assembly team in a flexible and nimble manner as product design and assembly procedures evolve into their final state.
• Train, mentor, and support assemblers to ensure adherence to established procedures and best practices.
• Assist engineers in coordinating daily work assignments, prioritizing tasks, and resolving issues.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration across assembly and engineering teams.

• Coordinate assembly activities to ensure engineering builds are completed on a weekly basis. Ensure manufacturing processes are followed and updated appropriately.
• Communicate build delays, material shortages, equipment concerns, or quality issues to the appropriate engineers.

• Set up, operate, adjust, maintain, clean, and troubleshoot manufacturing and prototype equipment.
• Program equipment to perform established routines and processes.
• Coordinate the procurement and availability of materials, components, tooling, and chemicals required for development builds.
• Complete and maintain assembly build records for specified activities.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to minimize equipment downtime and maximize productivity.
• Escalate equipment malfunctions or process issues beyond the scope of responsibility to engineering.
• Support the development and implementation of manufacturing process improvements.

• Perform visual and functional inspections to verify product quality and compliance with established specifications.
• Monitor product quality and initiate corrective actions or elevate concerns when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable quality system requirements, manufacturing procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work environment.

• Complete training documentation and product build documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain clear, legible, and complete documentation in accordance with quality system requirements.
• Participate in planning meetings and provide updates on build status, risks, and resource needs.

Other responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Adhere to all company safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures.

• Reports directly to the R&D Manager while working closely with manufacturing engineering supervisors on a daily basis.
• This position does not have direct supervisory authority, however strong leadership is required to manage day-to-day activities for assembly team.
• Provides work direction, training, and task coordination for assemblers and supports the engineering supervisor in managing daily build activities.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting production or prototype equipment.
• Experience providing team leadership, training, or work coordination.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably medical devices.
• Experience supporting process improvement initiatives.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks while remaining flexible to design and process updates on a regular…