Manufacturing Technician

Job Description:

Ohio Medical is a global leader in medical air and vacuum pumping systems, suction, and oxygen therapy devices. Our trusted brands, including Ohio Medical and Amvex, offer cutting-edge solutions such as suction regulators, air and oxygen flow meters, pumping systems, and portable suction equipment. Operating in an FDA-regulated facility, we adhere to ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and NFPA 99 standards, ensuring high-quality and reliable products that meet global regulatory requirements. Headquartered in Gurnee, IL, we take pride in our commitment to patient safety, innovation, and quality products.

With a history dating back over 100 years, Ohio Medical has shaped the medical industry. In 1910, we manufactured one of the first anesthesia gas machines, The Ohio Monovalve, which was extensively used during World War I. Our legacy includes innovations such as the Push-To-Set (PTS) suction regulator and advancements in medical gas and oxygen therapy. In 2022, Ohio Medical joined The ESAB Corporation, furthering our mission to deliver innovative, high-quality products that prioritize patient safety. Join a team where history meets innovation and makes an impact on the future of healthcare.

Your Opportunity

The Manufacturing & Assembly Technician will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the manufacturing facility. Participates in a variety of technical manufacturing & assembly work involving Safety, Quality, & Engineering projects. The Manufacturing Technician will perform work that includes tasks related to production, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. The successful candidate will ensure that all operations are conducted in accordance with safety regulations and policies. The Manufacturing Technician works in close collaboration with the other members of the manufacturing team to ensure a consistently high level of Safety, Quality and Productivity.

Key Responsibilities (Include but not limited to):

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies.

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production machinery and equipment. Monitor and adjust machinery and equipment to maintain quality & productivity standards. Maintains Preventative Maintenance Program with regular inspections of machinery and equipment to identify and address potential problems.

• Monitor and replenish inventory of parts and supplies for equipment and tools for the Assembly Department.

• Provide technical support to the Assembly Department, i.e., supervisors, leads, and assemblers in equipment malfunctions, machine & equipment operation, and medical device scrap and rework issues.

• Assist with the installation and commissioning of new equipment and machinery.

• Leads and assists in mechanical support with and for the Engineering & Quality Assurance teams.

• Assists the assembly department with compressed gas tank handling and startup processes. Identify, evaluate, diagnose, repair and test medical devices utilizing customer reported problems and other fault information. Cross referencing these faults with standard operating procedures (SOP), and service manuals.

• Utilize good documentation practices GDP, and good manufacturing practices GMP to document findings and results.

• Utilizes knowledge gained from repairing products to research, develop, and implement product improvements to reduce failure rates.

• Leverage knowledge of company's ERP System to assist in verifying Bills of Materials and of drawings.

• Solve key technical challenges and assist in implementing their solutions.

• Coordinate and manage external machine builders and suppliers to build necessary equipment and fixtures.

• Repairing: Identify the type of device that requires service and understand the normal operational parameters.

• Identify any deviations from the device's normal operating parameters.

• Attempt to troubleshoot the device to identify which component or sub-assembly is not functioning correctly and replace.

• If the cause of the failure cannot be identified, work with Engineering to determine the issue.

• Documentation: Record all actions taken during maintenance & repair processes in correct locations (e.g., document management systems, forms, shared databases, etc.).

• Ability to perform equipment assessments while also managing the asset database, maintenance, and maintenance logs for all fixtures and equipment.

• Maintain good organization during documentation process.

• Review paperwork associated with equipment and or device repairs for technical accuracy.

• Data collection and categorization for trending and metrics analysis.

• Other duties:

• Knowledgeable in the safe handling, storage, and operation of compressed gas tanks.

• Support Building Maintenance when needed.

• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Requirements:

• 2 - 3 years' experience

• Technical aptitude and work prefer experience troubleshooting and repairing medical devices. Working knowledge of basic electromechanical systems is essential as well as basic data entry into electronic forms.

• Bachelors' Degree preferred, associate's degree in a technical discipline required

• Language: English

• Knowledge of hand tools, machinery and electrical test equipment.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOM, manufacturing/repair instructions and test specifications.

• Knowledge of current regulatory requirements related to repair and documentation of medical devices.

• Ability to maintain accurate records of repairs, calibrations and test results.

• Excellent writing and communication skills. Capable of documenting technical data, diagnosis, troubleshooting procedures, and root cause investigation results in writing.

• Must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to work in team environment.

• Must possess good knowledge of the computer and software including Microsoft Word, Excel and MRP systems

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department or unit. This job description may be changed at any time. Ohio Medical is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law

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