Manufacturing Tech III - Surgical Robotics OTTAVA Job Santa Clara area,California USA,Manufacturing / Production

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and Med Tech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.

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Job Function

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function

Manufacturing Assembly

Job Category

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations

Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description About Med Tech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

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We are searching for the best talent for Manufacturing Technician III.

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.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working independently while supporting manufacturing and engineering needs. This position offers hands-on experience with innovative technology and opportunities for long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities

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 upscale 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…