Assembler I - 1st Shift

Assembler I – 1st Shift

Hours: Monday – Thursday 5:30 AM - 4:00 PM, occasional OT Fridays / starting pay is $15.00 per hour

Status:  Full-Time

Reports to:  Assistant Supervisor

Position Description:

Assembles basic medical devices in a controlled  ISO 13485 environment, using documented procedures. Maintains high quality and throughput levels that support medical device finished goods manufacturing.

Position Authority:

This position has the authority to stop production at his/her work station if there is a question or concern about the acceptability of materials, assemblies, or processes that affect the quality or safety of Viant products.  Freedom to act, under close supervision, in semi-structured assignments that normally require adherence to defined procedures and/or specific, detailed instructions with limited originality. Solves problems of limited scope and complexity.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs assembly and/or packaging operations per approved documentation and training.
• Applies acquired knowledge of company’s quality system to complete and review required documentation
• Inspects product and paperwork for compliance to production and quality standards
• Performs daily cleaning of workstation and work areas per quality systems requirements
• Maintains high standards in quality, throughput, and attendance
• Achieves acceptable level of proficiency on trained operations
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Job Experience:

Must have completed training for assigned work area. A minimum of 1 year of experience is preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Possesses communication skills sufficient to read and write clearly and distinctly in English
• Demonstrates understanding of the product and process flow for assigned work area
• Qualified to operate equipment in assigned work area as necessary
• Maintains a positive attitude with respect to changes in processes, methods, and work assignments
• Detail- and quality-oriented
• Once trained, able to work with little supervision
• Performs basic arithmetic calculations. Handles multiple tasks simultaneously
• Projects a positive example for others to follow in the workplace; demonstrates Viant Values

Equipment Used:

• Solvent Dispenser                            
• Solvents and Adhesives
• Tube Stretcher
• Arbor Press
• Pneumatic Press
• Go/No-Go Gauge
• Bar / Tray Sealer
• Stretch Wrapper
• Pallet Jack
• Air Gun
• Heat Gun
• Rivet Gun
• Leak Tester
• Automatic Bartacker

Physical Requirements:

• Light physical activity performing non-strenuous, day-to-day activities of a primarily productive nature.
• Moderate lifting (20 lbs.), carrying (10 lbs.), bending, and prolonged sitting. Requires the ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items; work with fingers, hands, and arms; and perceive attributes of objects and material
• Intensive, repetitive handwork for prolonged periods
• Requires good eyesight with or without corrective lenses and the ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Well-lighted, air-conditioned, indoor laboratory/production setting with adequate ventilation