Manufacturing & Maintenance Technician

## Production Operator/Maintenance Technician - Surgistar Apply locations:
California time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR26 000670##
** Production Operator/Maintenance Technician
**** Company:
** Surgistar  
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* Location:

** Vista, CA
** Department:
** Manufacturing Operations
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* Reports To:

** Manufacturing Manager
** About Us
** We are a division of Micro Surgical Technology (MST), that develops, manufactures, and markets medical devices for the ophthalmology market. Our products are manufactured using the highest levels of care and precision at our manufacturing facility in Vista, California. We constantly evolve to meet the distinct clinical needs of ophthalmic surgeons through our dedicated partnership with surgeon-designers, bringing innovation to ophthalmology.
** Job Summary
** Responsible for setting up, operating and assisting with maintaining various manual and automated production equipment throughout the production process as well as troubleshooting component parts, including motion sensors, control components, photosensors, and other vital technology. In addition, support company’s buildings, grounds, and infrastructure are safe, compliant, clean and efficient. This position is onsite in Vista, CA. Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this role.
** Key Responsibilities**
* ** Machine Operation:
** Set up, calibrate, and operate production machinery according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
* ** Quality Control:
** Monitor production output and inspect product to ensure they meet strict quality standards.
* ** Troubleshooting & Repair:
** Diagnosing and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults in production machinery.
* ** PLC and Robotics Support:
** Make programming and configuring changes in automation equipment PLCs and HMI components.
* ** Material Handling:
** Load raw materials, transfer parts, and prepare completed products for packaging and shipping.
* ** Documentation & Reporting:
** Document production metrics, downtime, and inventory levels in logs or digital tracking systems.  Record maintenance activities, parts usage, and system changes in logs.
* ** Safety Compliance:
** Adhere to all health, safety, and OSHA regulations, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
** Secondary / Additional Duties**
* ** Facility Maintenance:
** Assure Facility activities are supporting Manufacturing, Distribution and Warehousing needs
* ** Safety Adherence:
** Participate in Safety Team to assure compliance with OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and safety procedures
* ** Distribution and Warehouse**:
Assure activities are supporting Manufacturing, Distribution and Warehousing needs
* ** IT Support**:
Assist in basic computer and other system support for Vista Facilities
* ** Facility Management**: ensures that company’s buildings, grounds, and infrastructure are safe, compliant, and efficient by managing maintenance, security, cleaning, and clean room compliance##
** Qualifications
* *** Education
* ** High school diploma or GED equivalent. Technical diploma or certifications in manufacturing or industrial operations are a plus.
** Experience
* ** Previous experience in industrial maintenance, specifically with mechanical and electrical
* 2+ years - Technical support in a Manufacturing environment
** Certifications / Licenses
*** Automation Certificates or Certifications a plus
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
*** Must be able to speak and write English
* Must have good electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
* Proficient with multimeters, schematic drawings, and troubleshooting computer-controlled systems preferred
* ** Excellent mechanical aptitude
** and communication skills
* Strong organizational and…