Production Technician

Electro/Mechanical Assembler

For more than 80 years, Natus has been working in collaboration with clinicians to deliver industry-leading neuro solutions that help providers more easily make sense of the body's signals. Engineered with input from those who have lived the care experience, our technology simplifies complex processes and improves accuracy and efficiency. There is a role for everyone who wants to be part of the innovative solutions at Natus Neuro.
Job Function: Operations
Job Family: Production
Summary: The Electro/Mechanical Assembler is responsible for completing manufacturing assignments as directed by the Production Supervisor or Manager. Typical duties and tasks to be completed in compliance with the requirements of Work Instructions (WI), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) per current GMP's, QSR and company policies and procedures.
Establish good relationships with fellow colleagues in order to work in a team environment.
Coordinate their work tasks to effectively meet the daily production output requirements.
Develop a systematic way of ensuring a consistent level of quality and output.
Manage the workspace to comply with the 6S process.
Assembly medical devices as per manufacturing instructions
Input into ERP system hours worked and any operational information for the work orders.
Follow all Quality System procedures related to this job, which can affect the quality of products or services provided to our customers.
And other duties as assigned.
Travel Required: Minimal

Education and/or Experience
Level I
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Abilities and Behavior

Individual must be punctual and have reliable attendance
Individual must be cooperative and willing to work in a team environment
Must be able to follow direction provided by authorized supervision/leader
Must have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Must be willing and able to learn different jobs in the manufacturing environment (cross training)
Must be able to perform repetitive task(s) consistently and proficiently
Must be able to speak and read English with excellent understanding
Must be able to keep legible and correct documentation of activities
Must be proficient in tasks performed (after suitable training period) and have attention to detail

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, assembly drawings, short correspondence and emails. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills

Minimum Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.
Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but involved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Other Skills and Abilities

Tools, Equipment and other items:

Microscopes
Fiber optic polishing equipment
Balance scales, printers, timers, water baths, ovens/vacuum chambers, freezers and stir/heat plates
Packaging & Sealing equipment
Use of urethane and epoxy adhesives and associated glue delivery systems/hand tools
Compressed gases, including nitrogen and helium
Automatic & Semi-automatic electronic measuring/analysis equipment
Soldering equipment
Small hand tools; including tweezers, clamps, cutting tools, solder guns, etc.
Appropriate PPE/clothing for medical device manufacturing clean room environment
Other equipment as necessary to support manufacturing operations

Computer Software

Microsoft Office
Microsoft Outlook
ERP systems a plus

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is (sometimes, regularly, frequently) required to:
sit, walk, stand - regularly
use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls - frequently
reach with hands and arms, sometimes overhead - sometimes
stoop, kneel - sometimes
talk or hear - regularly
taste or smell - sometimes
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is sometimes required to work at a keyboard and computer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, sometimes lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include (close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus).
Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee (sometimes, regularly, frequently) works:
near moving mechanical parts - sometimes
and is (sometimes, regularly, frequently) exposed to:
fumes or airborne particles - sometimes
toxic or caustic chemicals - occasionally
risk of electrical shock - sometimes
Pay Transparency

Pursuant to the requirements of applicable State laws and regulations, the starting salary range for this position is $43,680 USD. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Compensation and Benefits

Natus offers generous compensation and benefits packages including health benefits, 401k contribution, 7 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays of your choosing, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement assistance program, eligibility for performance-based bonuses or commissions, where applicable and more.
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EEO Statement: Natus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.