Job Description:

About Dexcom:

Dexcom, Inc. empowers people to take control of diabetes through innovative continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Dexcom has emerged as a leader of diabetes care technology. By listening to the needs of users, caregivers, and providers, Dexcom simplifies and improves diabetes management around the world.

Summary:

Responsible for preventative and reparative maintenance of Manufacturing equipment, process and/or electronics located in the Production and R&D Departments. Equipment can range in complexity from standard laboratory equipment to full automation. Prepares and maintains appropriate reports in online Equipment files, Document databases and Equipment Request program. Including updating Equipment Binders, performing Installation Qualifications (IQ) and supporting other FDA and process protocols. Equipment project work assigned as required to support duplicating equipment or equipment improvements.

Functional Description: Support Individual Contributor

Performs electrical or mechanical troubleshooting to determine problems in non-functioning electro-mechanical equipment used in the manufacturing process. Dismantles, adjusts, repairs and assembles equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, rough sketches or drawings. Uses test and diagnostic equipment to perform checkouts. Rebuilds manufacturing equipment as required. May perform equipment modifications as directed by manufacturing engineers.

Functional/Business Knowledge:

• Moderate understanding of general job aspects and some understanding of the detailed aspects of the job.


• Applies acquired job and company knowledge of policies and procedures to complete semi-routine tasks.

Scope:

• Work at this level requires following standardized methods and under immediate supervision on assignments that are semi-routine in nature.


• Follows pre-established guidelines and procedures with minimal choice as to method of performance of the work.


• Has contact with employees at other levels within the company. Information exchanged is generally non-complex.

Judgement:

• Normally follows established procedures on routine work, requires instructions only on new assignments.


• Works under close supervision.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a minimum of 2-4 years of related experience and a High School diploma/certificate or equivalent.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct Preventive and Reparative Maintenance duties on Production, Manufacturing, R&D Equipment lines. Maintains fixtures, modules, and tooling.


• Maintains and writes Equipment Binders (EB), maintenance documents, and performs IQ's. Help maintain replacement parts.


• Work with engineering and manufacturers to maintain equipment, processes and/or electronics in a safe and functional condition.


• Performs Troubleshooting and repairs on equipment, automated systems in manufacturing environment.


• Must be able to use Hand and Power tools, Multimeters, Amp Meters, Manufacture test equipment, Calipers.


• Ability to perform equipment activities, in equipment development as directed by project engineer with minimum supervision. Activities including assembly and testing of equipment, completing engineering studies and validations.


• Follow Dexcom's Safety and Lock Out/Tag out (LOTO) program.


• Required to work any shift.


• This position assumes and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge and experience with PLC and Automated production/process equipment, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Electro/Mechanical systems, Resistance welders, Packaging equipment highly desirable.


• Conduct Preventive and Reparative Maintenance duties on Production, Manufacturing, R&D Equipment lines. Maintains fixtures, modules, and tooling.


• Performs Troubleshooting and repairs on equipment, automated systems in manufacturing environment.


• Ability to perform equipment activities, in equipment development as directed by project engineer with minimum supervision. Activities including assembly and testing of equipment, completing engineering studies and validations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree (A.A.) or technical school certificate preferred, but not required. Or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Proficient with MS excel, Word and Outlook, plus general computer skills.


• Equipment and maintenance experience, equipment assembly and shop skills.


• Experience maintaining high volume manufacturing equipment in an FDA environment

Workplace Type:

• The Workplace Type for this role is Assigned Desk. Based on the nature of your role you will have an assigned desk or office located at a Dexcom site and should plan to be onsite approximately 4-5 days per week.

Travel Required: None

• Up to 25%

Language Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

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. May be required to perform the following Physical Activity: Standing, walking, sitting, using hands, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, taste or smell. May be required to lift 0 lbs. to over 100 lbs.

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. May be exposed to the following environmental conditions: Wet or humid conditions, work near moving parts, work in high - precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat (non-weather), extreme cold (non-weather), risk of electric shock, work with explosives, risk of radiation, vibration. The noise level in this work environment can range from quiet to very loud.

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom's AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

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