Working Location: MINNESOTA, BROOKLYN PARK
Workplace Flexibility: Onsite
Are you looking for a company that cares about people’s lives and health, including yours? Let’s inspire healthier lives, together.
Olympus, a leading medical technology company, has focused on making people’s lives better for over 100 years.
Our Purpose is to make people’s lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling.
Our Core Values are reflected in all we do: Integrity – Empathy – Agility – Unity – Long-Term View
We deliver on our purpose and our core values by staying True to Life.
Job Description
Under the general direction of the Production Supervisor and/or Lead, the Assembler demonstrates and is responsible for assembling high quality medical devices according to established quality and manufacturing guidelines while performing at or above the rate projected by the Production Supervisor or Lead.
Job Duties
Experienced in assembling medical devices on two or more product lines at or above the quantity standard rate projected by the supervisor or lead.
Demonstrates understanding of our Quality System Policies by referencing and explaining written line procedures.
Complete and maintain accurate written records of manufacturing operations on production documentation following appropriate training i.e. Device History Records, Data Sheets and Lot Control.
Understand and carry out instructions by their assigned Supervisor or Lead regarding priorities, work schedules, special assignments, job standards and related information required to build medical devices.
Adaptable to learn changes in existing manufacturing procedures and revision, along with technology modifications. May be asked to cross-train on a variety of product line operations.
May assist production line in training procedures.
General understanding of LEAN Manufacturing Principals to assist in improving established metrics.
Proactively informs the lead or supervisor of material shortages.
Maintains a safe work environment by following and practicing good housekeeping and safety guidelines/policies (e.g. ergonomics, job rotation, stretching exercises, tool handling, and preventive maintenance).
Maintain acceptable standards for attendance and work overtime and varying shifts as needed.
Uses time effectively and constructively, does not engage in idle conversation that disrupts others and or the assigned operation, stays in the work area and does not abuse break times.
Volunteers in Shared Leadership activities. i.e. Kanban Management, Calibration, and Metrics Board Maintenance.
All Other Essential Duties as directed.
Job Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2-3 years of previous medical device assembly experience.
Must be able to communicate by way of telephone, e-mail, or in person to supervisors, leads and team members.
Must be able to understand verbal and written work instructions
Basic mathematical skills as required to perform job duties. (Add, subtract, multiply, divide).
Must be able to work in a clean room environment and follow the clean room environment practices and procedures.
Must be able to perform repetitive work according to set procedures, sequence and pace
Maintains confidentiality of documents and processes.
Must have fine motor skills and high degree of dexterity and eye coordination to work with and assemble small parts and subassemblies using both hands.
Must be able to operate manufacturing and measurement equipment when applicable following appropriate training; not limited to: microscopes, test equipment, EFDs, ultrasonic welders, induction welders, soldering irons, dial calipers, pressure gages, and rulers.
Basic MS Windows skills and site specific PC programs as required to perform job duties following training. Knowledge of GDP, GMP and Lean Manufacturing preferred.
Why join Olympus?
Here, people matter—our health, our happiness, and our lives.
Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Visions coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free virtual live and on-demand wellness classes
Work-life balance supportive culture with hybrid and remote roles
12 Paid Holidays
Educational Assistance
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
Volunteering and charitable donation match programs
Diversity & Inclusion Programs including Colleague Affinity Networks
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**
*US Only
**Limited locations
We care about your health and financial well-being and offer the resources you need to feel vital, confident and ready for wherever life takes you. Learn more about our benefit offerings at https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks .
About us:
Our Medical business uses innovative capabilities in medical technology, therapeutic intervention, and precision manufacturing to help healthcare professionals deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and minimally invasive procedures to improve clinical outcomes, reduce costs, and enhance the quality of life for patients and their safety.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com .
Olympus is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace
We recognize diversity in people, views and lifestyle choices and emphasize the importance of inclusion and mutual respect. We strive to continue to foster empathy and unity in the workplace so that our employees can fully contribute and thrive.
Let’s realize your potential, together.
It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Minnesota (US-MN) || Brooklyn Park || Manufacturing & Repair