Manufacturing Technician I

Job Description:

Confluent Medical Technologies is a financially healthy and rapidly growing medical device company whose employees are passionate about providing life-saving solutions to our customers through a collaborative and high-impact work environment.  We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize the important role you will play in our life-saving work.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Technician I to join our amazing team in beautiful Chattanooga, TN. This is a 60-day Fixed-term position with a Friday - Sunday 12-hour work schedule. As a uniquely qualified candidate, you will:

• Manufacture medical device tubing per specifications, including startup and shutdown of Laser machines, filmcast, wire drawing, and/or braiding equipment
• Clean work area, equipment, and tooling thoroughly 
• Read, follow, and accurately complete all provided documentation (product drawings, work procedures, process logs, etc.)
• Have some computer proficiency with a willingness to learn computer systems required to perform job responsibilities
• Inspect product per specifications using specified measuring equipment 
• Have ability to leverage previous methods, processes, equipment, and tooling to address new process and equipment challenges.
• Follow good manufacturing practices (GMP): line clearance, work instructions, documentation, etc.
• Work closely with engineering to develop new process parameters, tooling, and methods for manufacturing
• Work with engineers to streamline process to meet manufacturing build time, cost, and yield targets
• Work with engineers to generate clear and concise work instructions, test methods, and visual standards
• Work with and train other skilled technicians/operators in the manufacturing techniques, inspection methods, and required documentation
• Communicate issues to engineering for collaborative continuous improvement
• Be willing to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and have ability to modify work shift as needed by business conditions   
• Perform other duties as appropriate

Education, Experience and Requirements

• 0-3-years related manufacturing experience
• Prior Laser, filmcast and braiding experience is preferred
• Able to troubleshoot moderately complex process, equipment, and tooling issues.
• Extremely hands on with strong mechanical aptitude
• Forklift and aerial lift experience preferred, but not required
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices (GMP)
• Strong attention to detail, professional attitude, team player
• Perform work tasks at elevated height
• Lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 500 lbs assisted
• Ability to work 12-hour work shift (Friday - Sunday)

We regret that we are unable to sponsor employment visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

Confluent Medical Technologies is an equal opportunity employer.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.