Cartridge Automation Technician

Overview

Being able to wake up in the morning knowing that your work makes a difference in the lives of others - that's the best kind of motivation. If you're looking for a company where you can combine a passion for improving patient care and outcomes with the skills and experience you've spent a career developing, Hemo Sonics may just be your perfect fit!

• Set-up and shutdown of all equipment associated with the automation line per applicable Work Instruction with little oversight.
• Operation of automation equipment in a controlled manufacturing environment.
• Completion of batch-related documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with regulatory requirements with minimal oversight.
• Monitor and maintain the proper inventory levels to minimize equipment downtime, and document lot-specific information of those items as needed.
• Perform minor equipment adjustments as needed per the Work Instructions.
• Identify and communicate issues that may arise on the automation equipment.
• Assist in performing preventative maintenance on manufacturing-related equipment and maintain proper documentation.
• Monitor and inspect quality of material feeding into the automation line and material that is produced.
• Comply with all Company Quality and Safety requirements, including appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required in the department and throughout the site.
• Assist with validation activities associated with cartridge automation equipment.
• Assist with the completion of Non-Conformances, Deviations, and CAPA actions related to defined Quality processes.
• Operate and set-up plasma treatment equipment according to Work Instructions.
• Secondary trainer for new technicians within the department.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

• Mechanically inclined and familiar with automated equipment;
  User Interface preferred.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams to improve processes and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently and within a team.
• Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices.
• Knowledge of cGMP Practices.
• Ability to learn and perform ERP-related transactions.

• High School Diploma with at least one year's experience in a regulated manufacturing environment preferred; or an associate’s degree in a technical field of study.
• cGMP and ISO 13485 experience preferred.
• Experience with a manufacturing process start-up or in sourcing preferred.
• Prior experience operating an automated line preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems preferred.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Complete all company required training that is specified for the role, as defined by our compliance and training processes and protocols, which may be job specific or corporate/compliance related.
• See, hear, and understand directions given and communicate verbal and written feedback to others. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Maintain a high level of consistent cognitive function.
• Perform consistent keyboarding/computer use for extended periods of time, up to 4 hours per day.
• Stoop, kneel or crouch when maneuvering the work environment.
• Use hands to operate machinery/equipment in manufacturing and/or scientific laboratory environments for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours per day.
• Lift/carry up to 50lbs.
• Frequently move and walk around the manufacturing or laboratory environment and be able to stand for extended periods of time, up to 10 hours per day.
• Be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or meet the requirements for a medical or religious exemption.