Manufacturing Technician II

Manufacturing Technician II

The Manufacturing Technician II is responsible for supporting the production of consumable test strips through the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automated high-volume process and packaging equipment. This includes automated slitters, packaging equipment, and automated vision inspection systems. The technician performs daily equipment support, repairs, preventative maintenance (PM), calibrations, troubleshooting, spare parts support, and assists with new equipment start-ups, validations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

If you're passionate about ensuring reliable, high-volume automated manufacturing operations and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, we'd love to hear from you, apply today!

What you'll do:

• Maintain, clean, troubleshoot, and repair high-volume automated manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) and calibrations according to the maintenance schedule.
• Support spare parts and tooling inventory management.
• Assist with equipment installation qualifications (IQ), and equipment validations.
• Work with vendors on equipment repairs, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Assist in the set-up, debug, start-up, and performance verification of new automated equipment and processes.
• Train production personnel on proper operation and care of automated machinery.
• Assist in developing process aids, and visual instructions.
• Document equipment status, maintenance activities, and issues clearly and effectively.
• Promote and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Interface with Manufacturing Engineering, Production Supervisors, Operations, other Technicians, vendors, Shipping, and Purchasing.

What we are looking for in you:

• 2+ years of experience supporting automated or high-volume manufacturing equipment.
• Manufacturing background in medical devices or regulated production environments preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated hands-on troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with micrometers, calipers, multimeters, and related diagnostic tools.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Familiarity with automated vision inspection systems (preferred).
• Strong communication skillsboth written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Physical Requirements for this role include:

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs routinely.
• Ability to stand or be on feet for the entire shift, as required.
• Ability to climb onto, under, or inside machinery for repair, inspection, or troubleshooting.
• Good manual dexterity to use hand tools, power tools, and precision instrumentation.
• Ability to distinguish between colors and shades for wiring, sensors, vision systems, and component inspections.
• Adequate depth perception and visual acuity to work with small components and moving machinery.
• Ability to safely work around high-speed automated equipment.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, and maneuver in tight or awkward spaces.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise levels and occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Ability to work in an environment where exposure to chemicals such as acetone, MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone), isopropyl alcohol, and other commonly used industrial solvents may occur, with appropriate PPE provided.
• Ability to follow safety procedures when working with solvents, adhesives, cleaners, or other process chemicals used in equipment maintenance and manufacturing operations.
• The full list of physical requirements for this role is available upon request.

Why work for Nova Biomedical:

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA and Billerica, MA offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: on-site in our Billerica Manning Road facility 5 days/week (M-F) pr (S-Th 3rd Shift)

Targeted Salary Range: $32 - $35/hour

Working Hours: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

EEO Statement:

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.