Senior Production Operator

Viant Job Opportunity

Viant is a global leader in medical device design and manufacturing services. We collaborate closely with our customers to create innovative, high-quality, life-enhancing medical devices.

Our Collegeville facility specializes in contract manufacturing of small-diameter metal tubing, serving both the medical and aerospace industries. Notably, around 80% of all tubes used in arthroscopic procedures across the U.S. are produced in Collegeville.

What We Offer:

• Attendance Bonus: All new Senior Production Operators have the opportunity to earn up to an additional $1,200 in attendance bonuses annually!
• On Demand Pay: Access your pay as soon as you've earned it!
• Generous paid time off benefits and 10 paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on date of hire
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits
• Up to $150-off your gym membership annually
• Employee Discount Program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Scope/Summary:

The primary purpose of this job is to operate machines used in the production of the organization's product. May be involved in equipment/process and set-up. Has proficiency in a range of procedures and/or equipment and the ability to complete tasks with little or no assistance.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Adheres to Company Core Beliefs and all safety and quality requirements.
• Operate machinery and equipment used in the manufacture of products with limited supervision.
• Read and follow technical specifications, maintenance instructions and procedures.
• Applies expertise within discipline, completes tasks and assignments and provides solutions to problems with latitude for independent judgment.
• Follow established documentation for product manufacturing.
• Receive customer supplied and/or purchased materials, including proper labeling, handling and movement of materials and paperwork.
• Document all work performed on 102's and receiving/shipping documents.
• Maintain the segregation of conforming vs. non-conforming product.
• Performs in-process inspection of all parts and/or assemblies in accordance with the requirements stated in the work order or as otherwise stated on drawings or work instructions.
• Performs visual inspection both unaided and using magnification devices.
• Performs various dimensional inspection using specific dies or gauges, or dimensional inspection systems and micrometers.
• Ability to perform basic manufacturing set up tasks.
• Participate in Operational Excellence activities and/or teams.
• Train New Hires and existing employees on a variety of manufacturing processes/procedures using best training methods.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Technical or vocational schooling preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 3 years company related work experience and/or 4+ years' experience operating machinery in a regulated manufacturing environment; medical device experience preferred.
• Proficient with basic mathematical operations.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to work with small precision parts.
• In depth knowledge of drawings and blueprints with ability to interpret information.
• Ability to use precision measurement equipment.

Environmental Working Conditions:

• Job placement may require using personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, goggles, gloves, and other equipment as established in company policies and safe work procedures.
• Working with cutting & machining fluids, solvents, lubricants and other hazardous chemicals using appropriate safety controls.
• Lifting of metal material, up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent pushing and pulling of metal material up to 12 hours per day.
• Frequent carrying, bending, standing, sitting, and repetitive motion, up to 12 hours per day.
• Repetitive reaching and grabbing of metal material.
• Employee will be expected to attend safety training, serve on the facility safety committee and participate in hazard analysis and resolution as conditions warrant.

Please Note: All job offers are contingent on passing a background check and drug test (including THC).