Production Operator - ProMed Molded Products, Plymouth, MN, US

As a ProMed employee, you will contribute to the manufacture of products that have a significant impact on people's lives. Through honesty, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to be the very best as we hire the very best. · ProMed was founded in 1989 addressing an industry ne ...

Job description

As a ProMed employee, you will contribute to the manufacture of products that have a significant impact on people's lives. Through honesty, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to be the very best as we hire the very best.

ProMed was founded in 1989 addressing an industry need for cleanroom manufacturing of silicone components, specifically those having a medical application. We treat every component and finished device as though it will be used by a beloved family member or friend. We are dedicated to our customers and to our employees while helping to improve the health and well-being of people around the world.

Working as one to help many.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Operator is responsible for performing a variety of manual, semi-automated or automated tasks necessary for the manufacturing of sub-assemblies and/or final product. The Production Operator is responsible for maintaining productivity, quality, on-time delivery and safety of self and co-workers. This position operates under minimal guidance from management or senior staff. The Production Operator ensures ProMed's brand, philosophy, systems, policies, and procedures are properly implemented and observed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Position duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Follows manufacturing procedures, including documentation of product traceability;
• Operates the required manufacturing equipment in a safe and efficient manner using designated tools;
• Meets established production standards;
• Completes assembly-related tasks like gluing, heat-shrinking, and resistance welding;
• Supports research and development projects, as needed;
• Performs press setups, as required;
• Reads, comprehends and performs duties as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP);
• Follows all start up and shut down procedures;
• May provide temporary support to other production teams as business needs demand;
• Meets expectations of regular, reliable attendance;
• Other Duties as Needed: Any other duties and tasks as deemed necessary and appropriate.

QUALIFICATION, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Fine motor skills in hands/wrist and good hand/eye coordination;
• Good vision (with or without corrective lenses);
• Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend written and verbal instructions in English;
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time;
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Ability to meet deadlines and priorities;

Preferred:

• Experience using a microscope/reticle;
• Experience in thermoplastic or silicone molding and inspection;
• Clean room component or device level manufacturing experience;
• Knowledge of ISO current) Standards. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the principal roles and responsibilities of this job.

• Exposure to heated/air conditioned, ventilated facilities with fluorescent lighting;
• Exposure to building where a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, and/or operation of equipment;
• The noise level in the work environment is usually minor;
• Duties are performed indoors;
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY, COGNITIVE & NEUROLOGICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job:

• The employee may be required to stoop, bend, squat, kneel, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see and use repetitive motions;
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus;
• The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with internal and external people;
• Employee moves about the building and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks, etc.;
• Employee may have duties involving walking on even or uneven surfaces;
• Employee occasionally to frequently use a whiteboard, which can require grasping whiteboard pens, reaching at, below, or above shoulder height and may require trunk or neck rotation to look back;
• Employee may use computers, overhead projectors, TV, VCR, and other work-related equipment, which may require an approximately 25+ pound force to push or pull equipment;
• It is necessary to grasp and manipulate pens, markers, scissors, staplers, etc. occasionally to frequently.
• Employee must see and hear on a continuous basis as well as speak frequently;
• Position varies from standing, sitting, walking, etc. On some occasions it may be necessary to move quickly, run, etc. over smooth or uneven surfaces.
• Employee must see and hear on a continuous basis as well as speak frequently;
• Position varies from standing, sitting, walking, etc. On some occasions it may be necessary to move quickly, run, etc. over smooth or uneven surfaces.

ProMed offers a generous benefits package including:

• 401k with company match
• Profit Sharing program
• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• PFMLA, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance

ProMed does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, order of protection, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, public assistance, family status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information or other segmenting factor protected by law, or local human rights commission activity.

1st Shift