Assembly Associate II 
San Jose, CA

1 Year Contract

6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Weekly 40.00 hours[Mon-Fri]

Comments/Special Instructions

• $17.00 per hour. Saturday work as needed. Overtime as required.

Qualifications:

• Typically requires a High School diploma
• 2+ years related experience in a high tech, manufacturing environment
• Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions both verbally and in writing.
• Good mechanical aptitude, dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Must be able to reach, bend and lift 35 lbs on a daily basis
• PC or MAC user, familiar with: Word, Excel, Windows and/or MAC OS
• Must be willing to be trained in other areas of production where the skill level requirements may be lower
• Knowledge and adherence to safety procedures and programs
• Experience with epoxies,, visual inspection, optical alignment
• Ability to demonstrate dexterity and hand-eye coordination is desired
• Must be able to perform repetitive task for 8 to 12 hours
• Must be able to use microscope for duration of the shift as needed
• Work in a clean room environment following all cleanliness protocols
• Strict attention to detail
• A.S. degree, or vocational instruction in electro-mechanical assembly
• Experience working in a medical device manufacturing organization
• Experience building: laser based optical systems, fluidic systems, digital and analog circuitry
• Extensive knowledge of PC’s and networking environments
• Experience with Excel, Visio, Power Point
• Exposure to ISO 9000 and cGMP 21 CFR part 82
• Knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing, Six Sigma tools and concepts, Demand Flow Technology (DFT)

Responsibilities:

• Performs electro-mechanical assembly of flow cytometers, sub-assemblies and related medical device products.
• Follows established methods and procedures in performing, assembly of optical, mechanical, fluidic and electronic components and assemblies.
• Employs high standards of workmanship to ensure high quality products are produced on schedule.
• Typically works on assignments that are routine. Understands implications of work, and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Normally receives instruction on daily work, occasionally uses independent judgment and employs some initiative. Must be able to work in a team oriented atmosphere with assemblers, technicians, QA personnel, and engineers, completing tasks and communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Performs instrument assembly by following released procedures
• Performs in process inspection to ensure products meet specifications and standards.
• Generates required documentation to complete the Device History Record (DHR)
• May require engineering support to resolve complex and unique problems.
• Must be able to read and understand: assembly instructions, work orders, Bills of Materials, Standard Operation Procedures, and all other documentation used to control our products and processes.
• Confers with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and others regarding assembly procedures.
• Expected to provide feedback on production and methods, product design issues, continuously strives to improve product quality and operational efficiency
• Will provide support to project teams whose objectives may be: quality improvement, cost reduction, cycle time reduction, reliability improvement, increase operational efficiency, or new product introduction.
• Assists in creating and updating process and product documentation.
• Must have the ability to create and maintain productive working relationships within the work team and with other functions.
• Collaborates with peers to achieve shared departmental goals.
• Collects and documents key measurements and data. Reviews metrics on a regular basis and strives to improve individual and group performance.
• Keep work area clean organized and safe
• Fill out time sheets and all other required paperwork accurately and on time. Keeps training file up to date at all times.
• Keeps abreast of the basic requirements for compliance in own area of work and complies with those requirements.
• Participates as required in training on regulatory issues affecting own area of work.
• Brings regulatory compliance questions/issues to the attention of management.
• Follows BDIS Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) policies and procedures.
• Takes responsibility for safety in immediate work area. Participates in EH&S programs.
• Notifies supervisors of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.
• May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment.
• Other duties may be assigned.