Production Associate I

Production Associate I

Location: Phoenix, AZ Zip Code: 85040 Duration: 18 Months Pay Rate: $19/hr. Shift: M-F, first shift 6:00 am - 2:30 pm Start Date: Immediate

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay rate of $19/hr. however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

Role Summary

Production Associate I Performs diverse and complex assignments in support of Client product development and manufacturing. Responsibilities may include manufacturing, assembly, advanced testing, reporting/documenting results of tests and assembly operations, packaging, and shipping of products with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Reads and follows work procedures and schematics or receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed with limited supervision.
• Maintain accurate records of the work performed and other records as may be required by management.
• Performs manufacturing/assembly operations on multiple product lines and various tasks following procedures, bills of materials, work instructions, and process aid sheets with limited supervision.
• Maintains daily production output.
• Participates & Communicates improvements for EHS and Quality practices.
• May participate in quality control inspections when required.
• Works with team lead, engineers, supervisors, and managers to improve quality and process efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned and may be asked to participate in Quality or LEAN activities, training sessions, and employee activity teams.
• Provide strong manufacturing support on the development and prove out of new products, methods, tools, and test equipment.
• Provide strong individual contributions in the context of driving and exceeding team goals.
• Equipment set-up and performance of related first piece inspection to insure achievement of desired quality levels.
• Performance of ongoing quality checks, recording of requested data and timely reporting of discrepancies.
• Monitoring of machine and process variables, taking corrective action as required and promptly reporting conditions negatively impacting quality, output, or equipment performance.
• Interface with electronic quality, production and documentation systems providing accurate information.
• Completion of any other activities required to deliver finished piece parts to the specified quality levels on a timely basis.
• Complies with all EHS and Quality procedures and policies.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or local equivalent
• Ability to learn packaging and small part assembly.
• Proficient with computer programs like Microsoft Word, Excel
• Ability to understand and interpret written technical information.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and quality-minded work habits.
• Demonstrated ability to learn multiple product lines.
• Ability to communicate using English (or local language)
• Ability to handle small, delicate parts (lamination, bonding layers utilizing epoxy)
• Ability to multi-task and handle tooling weighing 25 lbs. or less
• Ability to comfortably use chemicals such as IPA (Acetone & Epoxies)
• Ability to operate comfortably using microscope to perform job related tasks.
• Ability to perform detail-oriented work and complete projects on time.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 Plus years of manufacturing experience
• Experience in creating and reviewing test documents.
• Crafting semiconductor devices and products
• Testing products for safety and Quality assurance standards
• Experience working in a medical or other compliance regulated environment.
• Experience in electronic assembly with knowledge of soldering technologies and processes.
• Experience and/or knowledge with metal fabrication, machining and/or molding processes
• Ability to work within a controlled environment (Clean Room) in manufacturing setting.
• Medical Device Manufacturing Experience is a Plus
• Machining experience such as Dicing or Grinding

Quality Specific Goals

1. Aware of and comply with the Client EHS, Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position
2. Complete all planned EHS, Quality & Compliance training within the defined deadlines
3. Identify and report any EHS, Quality or Compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required
4. Training: Aware of and comply with Client training requirements
5. Knowledge and understanding of production process, work instructions, documentation configuration control, non-conforming & rework documentation requirements and operates within them to ensure that a device conforms to its specification.
6. Aware of and comply with Stop Order, Concessions, ESD, Calibration, Preventative Maintenance, Material Identification & Segregation, and Good Documentation Practices, as associated with this job type/position

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically lift (floor to wait, waist to crown level, and horizontally) up to 35lbs.
• Must be able to physically carry up to 35lbs.
• Must be able to physically perform simple grasping, firm grasping, fine manipulation, neck rotation, and neck flexion frequently.
• Must be able to physically twist, push/pull, reach at or above shoulder height, reach below shoulder height occasionally throughout the day.
• Must be able to physically stoop, bend squat, and balance rarely throughout the day.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.