Crimp Technician (First Shift - Onsite)

Job Summary

Job Title: Crimping Technician I
Department: Manufacturing
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Overview:
• The Crimping Department position works with their hands on small, detailed projects and products, production assembly, detail-oriented machines making small parts and assists with minor/miscellaneous tasks as requested.

Responsibilities:
• Perform equipment setup, operation, minor repair, and basic daily preventative maintenance tasks to meet all standards for safety, quality, and efficiency. These tasks must be completed under minimal supervision.
• Maintain machine raw material feeds, perform any fault clearing and clear stoppages on automated equipment.
• Utilize human machine interfaces (HMIs) to identify and correct shifts in process control.
• Ensures adequate raw material is prepared correctly and jobs are run in a timely manner to ensure on-time delivery.
• Troubleshoot and identify potential solutions using a troubleshooting table for mechanical errors or safety issues.
• Utilizes computer systems to support material inventory and quality management processes.
• Participates in manufacturing processes to support new product design transfer, process development, equipment validations, and process validations.
• Uses measuring tools to ensure correct tolerances.
• Operates machines or tests the parts, with minor supervision, efficiently.
• Assists the IQA department.
• Works from specifications, work orders, and general instructions from Production Leads.
• Safely follow standard operating procedures including but not limited to material handling, record keeping, packaging, and shipment preparation. Must follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Notifies Team Leader or Production Supervisor of any discrepancies. Ensures quality standards and safety of operations are maintained at all times.
• Able to work in small groups and cross functional teams to troubleshoot issues, identify and implement collective corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean work environment suitable for medical device manufacturing.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience:
• H.S. diploma preferred. Associate degree is a plus.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Basic computational skills.
• Some manufacturing experience is a plus.

Preferred Skills and Competencies:
• Familiarity with manufacturing instrumentation such as micrometers, calipers, feeler gauges, dial indicators, and gauge blocks.
• Self-starter capable of dealing with a variety of tasks in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Must be proficient in English language to be able to read documentation, communicate, and write.
• Ideal candidate will have keen eye for quality, is dependable, and will work collaboratively within a team, and possess a positive attitude.
• Mechanical Aptitude and some experience with automated machines and tools, including design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Some Excel experience.

Physical Requirements:
• Required to stand for at least 75% of working time per shift, with walking at least 50% of working time per shift.
• Required to reach above shoulder frequently and below waist occasionally.
• Required to push and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 20lbs occasionally, 5-20lbs frequently.

Position Overview:

• The Crimping Department position works with their hands on small, detailed projects and products, production assembly, detail-oriented machines making small parts and assists with minor/miscellaneous tasks as requested.

Responsibilities:

• Perform equipment setup, operation, minor repair, and basic daily preventative maintenance tasks to meet all standards for safety, quality, and efficiency. These tasks must be completed under minimal supervision.

• Maintain machine raw material feeds, perform any fault clearing and clear stoppages on automated equipment.

• Utilize human machine interfaces (HMIs) to identify and correct shifts in process control.

• Ensures adequate raw material is prepared correctly and jobs are run in a timely manner to ensure on-time delivery.

• Troubleshoot and identify potential solutions using a troubleshooting table for mechanical errors or safety issues.

• Utilizes computer systems to support material inventory and quality management processes.

• Participates in manufacturing processes to support new product design transfer, process development, equipment validations, and process validations.

• Uses measuring tools to ensure correct tolerances.

• Operates machines or tests the parts, with minor supervision, efficiently.

• Assists the IQA department.

• Works from specifications, work orders, and general instructions from Production Leads.

• Safely follow standard operating procedures including but not limited to material handling, record keeping, packaging, and shipment preparation. Must follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

• Notifies Team Leader or Production Supervisor of any discrepancies. Ensures quality standards and safety of operations are maintained at all times.

• Able to work in small groups and cross functional teams to troubleshoot issues, identify and implement collective corrective actions.

• Maintain a clean work environment suitable for medical device manufacturing.

• Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience:

• H.S. diploma preferred. Associate degree is a plus.

• Ability to use basic hand tools.

• Basic computational skills.

• Some manufacturing experience is a plus.

 

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Familiarity with manufacturing instrumentation such as micrometers, calipers, feeler gauges, dial indicators, and gauge blocks.

• Self-starter capable of dealing with a variety of tasks in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.

• Must be proficient in English language to be able to read documentation, communicate, and write.

• Ideal candidate will have keen eye for quality, is dependable, and will work collaboratively within a team, and possess a positive attitude.

• Mechanical Aptitude and some experience with automated machines and tools, including design, uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Some Excel experience.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Required to stand for at least 75% of working time per shift, with walking at least 50% of working time per shift.

• Required to reach above shoulder frequently and below waist occasionally.

• Required to push and pull.

• Ability to lift up to 20lbs occasionally, 5-20lbs frequently.

 

NOTE: This position requires on-site working (requires on-site office/plant/lab work). #LI-Onsite

Additional Information:

Compensation & Benefits: For U.S.-based positions only, the annual base salary range for this role is $19.97 - $29.95 This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off (PTO) • And additional employee wellness programs Application Details: This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. To apply, please visit the Insulet Careers site and submit your application online. Actual pay depends on skills, experience, and education.