Technician / Assembler - Medical Device

JOB OPENING:  Engineering & Assembly Technician

LOCATION: San Francisco, CA

Gravitas Medical, Inc. is a Medical Device start-up company developing innovative solutions to improve the way enteral nutrition is delivered. We are a dynamic, energetic company with projects ranging from the development/concept cycle through commercialization.  This position would be supporting development of a smart nasogastric feeding tube and system.

JOB DESCRIPTION:  Performs prototype and production builds (both disposable products and medical equipment), product/system testing, manufacturing fixture design support, miscellaneous quality activities, document generation and maintenance of manufacturing space and lab area.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Support R&D engineering to develop, document and implement manufacturing processes

·        Performs sample / prototype / clinical builds

·        Performs product builds according to manufacturing process instructions (MPIs).  Ability to write MPIs is a big plus.

·        Performs in-process and final testing of products

·        Utilizes small hand tools, calibrated instruments, measurement equipment, and test fixtures

·        Performs incoming inspection to evaluate the validity of incoming materials and components against specified acceptance criteria

·        Troubleshoots problems in manufacturing process and suggest potential changes/improvements

·        Maintains accurate records/documentation related to quality system (lot history records, test documents), labor (e.g. timecards)

·        Adheres to general safety rules, manufacturing procedures, QSR, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

·        Maintains a clean, safe, and well-organized work area

·        Performs other duties as required

EDUCATION:  High School diploma or equivalency preferred

EXPERIENCE: 5 to 10 years in technician/assembly roles, Medical Device preferred

REQUIREMENTS:

·        Ability to read, write, and comprehend English

·        Ability to follow verbal and written instructions (including detailed diagrams) carefully

·        Ability to learn quickly and retain training instructions, train future employees

·        Diligent, meticulous, and high attention to detail with regard to repetitive manufacturing tasks

·        Self-motivated and independent: Ability to work and provide value without extensive instruction and guidance

·        High level of hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to work with small components

·        Ability to use basic hand tools and equipment and work using a microscope

·        Basic computer skills

·        Experience with bonding/adhesives, catheters, medical balloons preferred

·        Experience with electronics assembly (soldering and/or laser welding) preferred

·       Experience with machine shop equipment (mill, bandsaw, power tools) preferred

·       Light fabrication experience (fixtures, etc.) preferred