Production Technician

Overview

About rms Company

rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more atwww.rmsmachining.com andwww.cretexmedical.com.

Position Summary

Production Technician will be responsible for setting up and operating equipment used in precision metal fabrication. This role will perform inspection of material, work in process, and finished parts for conformance to quality standards and customer expectations. Makes adjustments to processes to ensure quality requirements are maintained. Is able to work independently and in a team environment, interacting with a multitude of departments during manufacturing operations.

Shift Available: 4th Shift Friday-Sunday, 6:00am - 6:00pm

Responsibilities

Position Responsibiliites

Operate production equipment to include but not limited to punch press, press brake, laser marking, metal finishing, and progressive and single stage stamping presses

Input data into the job tracking software system

Ensure the correct program is loaded into production equipment

Accurately load parts into fixtures for operations

Troubleshoot the machine and investigate machine issues during production runs

Maintain KanBan, Isupply and production plans levels

Perform visual and measurement inspections and accurately documents the results

Interpret blueprints, follows control plans, and completes IPI’s and PPI’s

Follow manufacturing and quality procedures and complies to the documented requirements

Maintain inventory levels and production plans/rates

Assist in the packaging of product

Perform secondary operations such as cleaning, deburring, passivation, broaching, and die cutting

Enter production information and logs time per part into the ERP system on a timely basis

Work as a team member on the production floor, assisting others as needed

Mentor Production Machine Operators

Adhere to all safety policies, including wearing ear and eye protection where required

Perform safety checks daily prior to running machinery

Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements

Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work

Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance

Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve

Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly

Participate in required company meetings

Maintain an organized work area (5S)

Participate in the Operational Excellence Program

Complete all other work duties as assigned

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Qualifications

Position Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment running machining equipment

Ability to set up and run fabrication equipment

Ability to comprehend and follow work instructions, SOP’s and training documents, including the ability to create and document new processes

Ability to use hand tools such as a micrometer, pin gauge, caliper and dial indicator

Ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment

Ability to read blueprints

Excellent shop math skills to include fractions, decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

Basic understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Ability to take direction from the area lead or supervisor

Ability to provide input to the area lead and participate in department meetings

Ability to cross train in other areas of production when required

Knowledge of theory of cutting and forming principles on metal and/or plastic component fabrication and processing

Mechanical Aptitude

Dexterity and hand and eye coordination

Strong problem-solving skills

Position Desired Requirements

Manufacturing experience with a variety of process equipment

Diploma in a machining related course from a technical or trade school or equivalent experience, preferred

rms Company Benefits

As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

Onsite Clinic

Paid Parental Leave

Monthly Social Events

Annual Employee Appreciation Week

Volunteer Opportunities

Training and Development Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

Pay Range

USD $21.20 - USD $30.72 /Hr.

Company Benefits

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.

20+hours:

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visitwww.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

Job LocationsUS-MN-Anoka

ID 2026-5998

Category Operations

Position Type Regular Full-Time