Quality Technician - 1st shift

Overview

About Cretex Medical

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry.  Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly.  Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

 

Position summary:  

The Quality Technician will be responsible for performing advanced dimensional and visual inspections for various manufacturing processes.  This role will also perform inspections using various methods and equipment, complete appropriate quality records within company and GMP guidelines, policies, and procedures. 

 

Shifts Available:  

• 1st shift: 6:00am-2:30 pm Mon-Fri 

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections in support of first article, gage R&R, and process capability studies
• Audit and train employees in the proper use of inspection equipment and documentation
• Interpret SPC results
• Manually operate and program various precision testing equipment including but not limited to tool scope, CMM, and vision systems
• Effective organizational, oral, and written communication skills to facilitate an effective working relationship with customers, suppliers, and coworkers
• Recommend changes to quality documentation
• Perform key responsibilities of a Quality Inspector
• Read and comply with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Enter production information into the ERP system on a timely basis
• Accurately record and report hours worked
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Partner with other business segments:  sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance
• Knowledge of inspection equipment use and maintenance
• Intermediate GD&T
• Problem analysis and solving
• Manage multiple requirements and deadlines
• Dexterity and hand and eye coordination
• Ability to use a microscope and hand tools
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of ISO 9001/13485
• Quality certifications

Pay Range

USD $23.08 - USD $36.49 /Hr.

Pay Range Details

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

Company Benefits

Pay Range Details:

• Quality Technician I: $23.08 - $33.46
• Quality Technician II: $25.16 - $36.49

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees. 

 

20+hours:

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week. 

 

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. 

 

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

 

 

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.  

 

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.