Job Description:

Requisition ID:	50199
Title:	Suture Technician Weekend
Division:	Arthrex Manufacturing Inc (US02)
Location:	AMI South Carolina (US28)

This position will be located at our new manufactuing facility in Pendleton, SC.

Main Objective:

To produce Quality Medical Instruments in accordance with Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. procedures in a safe and effective manner to meet and exceed the customer’s needs. To provide manufacturing support for existing new product development/trials and training in Suture assembly and packaging processes. Fosters an environment continuous improvement to develop more robust procedures and improvements within existing processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Support current manufacturing processes related to existing suture assembly.

2. Assist Suture Engineering Technician and Engineering as directed in tasks needed to be executed to start new manufacturing codes.

3. Support training of current team members on Suture assembly techniques.

4. Assist in maintaining training / flexibility matrices

5. Possess the ability to effectively communicate to all operational groups including manufacturing, engineering, quality personnel, and supervisors as it relates to ideas, questions, and concerns.

6. Work primarily unassisted or with minimal supervision and instruction on newly introduced processes

7. Work with Manufacturing on the continuous improvement of assembly processes.

8. Follow the Quality System Requirements to ensure Quality is at the forefront in assembling medical instruments for patient use. Training & enforcement of GMP practices, line setups and clearances and ensuring correct documentation is followed.Notify Supervisor of any training issues as they arise.

9. Support all aspects of visual factory, and continuous improvement. Support all aspects of the operations by producing signs and labels, floor markings, and any other activities that support GMP and continuous improvement.

10. Assist engineering as directed in tasks needed to be executed to start new manufacturing codes. Understanding of BOM’s and routings would be beneficial.

BANDS:

Dimension Suture Technician I Suture Technician II Suture Technician III Suture Technician Senior

Knowledge Limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories, and concepts. Limited knowledge of industry practices and standards. Frequent use and general knowledge of industry practices, techniques, and standards. General application of concepts and principles. Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Full knowledge of industry practices. Regularly contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards. Considered expert in field within the organization.

Reasoning

Ability Solves routine problems of limited scope and complexity following established policies and procedures. Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance. Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems. May refer to established precedents and policies. Develops solutions to complex problems, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives.

Discretion/

Latitude Work is closely supervised. Follows specific, detailed instructions. Works under very general supervision. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy. Work is performed under general direction. Participates in determining objectives of assignment. Plans, schedules, and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment. May be tasked with coordinating efforts of a team through a supervisor’s guidance.

Skills · A thorough knowledge of packaging processes, product assembly, visual inspection, packaging, and labeling requirements. · A thorough knowledge of packaging processes, product assembly, visual inspection, packaging, and labeling requirements. · A thorough knowledge of packaging processes, product assembly, visual inspection, packaging, and labeling requirements. · A thorough knowledge of packaging processes, product assembly, visual inspection, packaging, and labeling requirements.

Dimension Suture Technician I Suture Technician II Suture Technician III Suture Technician Senior · Must have the ability to perform tasks by reading, understanding and following work instruction/documents provided. · Knowledge of and ability to interpret/comprehend blue prints and packaging/assembly work instructions. · Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods. · Knowledge of administrative procedures and computer systems such as word processing, managing files and records, Excel, Power Point, MQ1, SAP, and Microsoft Outlook. · Must have the ability to perform tasks by reading, understanding and following work instruction/documents provided. · Knowledge of and ability to interpret/comprehend blue prints and packaging/assembly work instructions. · Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods. · Knowledge of administrative procedures and computer systems such as word processing, managing files and records, Excel, Power Point, MQ1, QAD, and Microsoft Outlook. · Expected to train operators and other trainers on competency tasks · Must have the ability to perform tasks by reading, understanding and following work instruction/documents provided. · Knowledge and ability to interpret/comprehend blue prints and packaging/work instructions. · Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods. · Knowledge of administrative procedures and computer systems such as word processing, managing files and records, Excel, Power Point, MQ1, QAD, and Microsoft Outlook. · Expected to train operators and other trainers on competency tasks · Must have the ability to perform tasks by reading, understanding and following work instruction/documents provided. · Knowledge and ability to interpret/comprehend blue prints and packaging/work instructions. · Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods. · Knowledge of administrative procedures and computer systems such as word processing, managing files and records, Excel, Power Point, MQ1, QAD, and Microsoft Outlook. · Ability to create new training content · Expected to train operators and other

Dimension Suture Technician I Suture Technician II Suture Technician III Suture Technician Senior · Ability to assess trainer compentency · Performs as needed, nondestructive tests on materials, parts, or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics trainers on competency tasks · Ability to assess trainer compentency · Demonstrates leadership and the ability to coordinate work for a team. · Performs as needed, nondestructive tests on materials, parts, or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics

Dimension Suture Technician I Suture Technician II Suture Technician III Suture Technician Senior

Education/

Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required Understanding of Drawings, Blue Prints, BOM’s and Routings preferred Minimum 1 years manufacturing experience related to medical device assembly operations required Minimum 1 year Suture specialty assembly experience strongly preferred Experience with computerized manufacturing system preferred (Oracle, SAP, etc.) High School Diploma or equivalent required Understanding of Drawings, Blue Prints, BOM’s and Routings perferred Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience related to medical device assembly operations preferred Minimum 1 year Suture specialty assembly experience strongly preferred Minimum 1 years as a Suture Technician I Experience with computerized manufacturing system preferred (Oracle, SAP, etc.) High School Diploma or equivalent required. Understanding of Drawings, Blue Prints, BOM’s and Routings preferred. Minimum 3 years Manufacturing experience related to medical device assembly operations required. Minimum 2 years Suture specialty assembly experience perferred Minimum 1 years as a Suture Technician II Experience with computerized manufacturing system preferred (Oracle, SAP, etc.) High School Diploma or equivalent required. Understanding of Drawings, Blue Prints, BOM’s and Routings preferred. Minimum 5 years Manufacturing experience related to medical device assembly operations required. Minimum 4 years Suture specialty assembly experience perferred Minimum 2 years as a Suture Technician III Experience with computerized manufacturing system preferred (Oracle, SAP, etc.)

Incidental Duties:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply mathematical principles to the degree required to perform the job based upon job requirements.

Language and Communication Skills:

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

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 the 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 regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Vision Requirements:

Visual acuity necessary to do the job safely and effectively. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Requires frequently working in clean room and controlled environment utilizing specified cleaning agents. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

 

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