Assembler - Arbutus Medical Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Manufacturing / Production

Arbutus Medical is a rapidly growing medical device venture developing a portfolio of procedure kits to streamline surgery “outside the OR”, starting with orthopaedic trauma procedures in the ER.

We are a growing 16-person team seeking an Assembler I to support the hands-on production of our FDA-cleared medical devices, helping ensure that every product we ship meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and reliability.

What We Offer

Commitment to being a living wage employer (budgeted base salary of $54,500)

An exciting opportunity to get in at the ground floor of a growing venture

Extended health benefits

Professional development funding

A purpose-driven workplace with passionate teammates who want to help patients and make a positive difference in the world

Detailed Role Description

As an Assembler I, you are a core member of Arbutus Medical’s production team, responsible for assembling and preparing medical procedure kits that are used directly in patient care. Your work ensures that surgeons, nurses, and emergency room staff receive reliable and precisely built products that help them deliver better care faster.

You will spend most of your time assembling components using hand tools, following written work instructions, and verifying that every part meets strict quality and fit specifications. You will also be trained to work within Arbutus’ quality system, documenting your work and ensuring all production records are accurate and complete. You will report to the Production Supervisor and work closely with a small, highly engaged production team that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Success in this role means becoming a dependable, detail-oriented assembler who can independently build products to specification, maintain clean and organized workspaces, and contribute ideas that improve safety, efficiency, and product quality over time.

Key responsibilities:

Production & Assembly

Assemble complex components using hand tools, following written work instructions and standard operating procedures

Verify component fit, alignment, and function to ensure assemblies meet all specifications

Maintain a high attention to detail to ensure all finished products meet quality and safety requirements

Follow cleanroom and sterile-handling procedures to maintain product cleanliness and readiness for sterile packaging

Keep the production area clean, organized, and properly labelled

Quality System & Documentation

Complete all required quality training for assembly and production activities

Locate and follow the correct work instructions, specifications, and quality documents within the quality system

Accurately document production activities on quality records and checklists

Maintain up-to-date, complete, and compliant production documentation

Continuous Improvement & Team Support

Identify opportunities to improve processes, ergonomics, tools, and product designs

Raise improvement ideas through the proper channels rather than making undocumented changes

Support other teams when needed to meet company goals

Requirements

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in an assembly, manufacturing, or hands-on technical role

Completion of a technical, trades, or applied-skills program (or equivalent hands-on experience)

Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity

Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and procedures in English

Comfort working with tools and performing repetitive, detail-oriented tasks

Ability to work in a clean, controlled production environment

Desired Capabilities and Traits

Hands-on and mechanically curious:
You enjoy building, fixing, and understanding how things fit together.

Detail-oriented:
You notice alignment, fit, and small defects that could impact quality.

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