Manufacturing Technician / Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description : Manufacturing Technician II – Contingent

Pay Rate: $20.00/hour (Contractor Pay Rate)
Location: 2575 University Ave W. St. Paul, Minnesota 55113
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5:30 AM–2:00 PM
Overtime: As needed

Experience Level: Entry Level

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician II to support the manufacturing, assembly, and packaging of medical device products. The technician will follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and environmental health and safety guidelines to ensure product quality, safety, and compliance with applicable regulations.

This role involves operating production equipment, assembling components, preparing products for sterilization, packaging finished devices, and maintaining a clean and organized manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing and assembly line activities, including component assembly, gluing, and product preparation.
• Wash and clean components and equipment according to established procedures.
• Wrap components and equipment for sterilization and prepare devices for sterilization processes.
• Perform final packaging, labeling, sealing, and inspection of medical device products.
• Operate general production equipment, including sealers, autoclaves, and stir plates, as required.
• Clean and maintain production areas in accordance with GMP standards.
• Receive, organize, and distribute supplies and materials to the production area.
• Follow SOPs, cGMP, GDP, and all applicable quality and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety protocols.
• Complete assigned training within the required timeframes.
• Maintain reliable attendance and support overtime requirements as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Work may be performed in a cleanroom enironment requiring specialized garments and PPE, including scrubs, hairnets, frocks, hoods, masks, gloves, and safety glasses.
• Work may involve rotating job responsibilities depending on production requirements.
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.
• Employees must comply with all manufacturing, cleanliness, quality, and safety standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for at least eight hours per shift, with scheduled breaks.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and up to 65 pounds with team assistance.
• Ability to push and pull carts containing products, materials, or solution containers.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand movements and frequent object handling.
• Strong fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for assembly and packaging tasks.
• Ability to perform simple and firm hand-grasping activities.
• Visual acuity of 20/25, with or without corrective lenses.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic English written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions, safety procedures, quality instructions, and basic technical drawings in English.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and workplace safety.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and requirements of the position and is not intended to include every possible duty. Responsibilities may change based on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.