Instrument Test Technician - Medical Device

Description : 1st shift

Requires an Associate's degree (A.S.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

3+ years related experience in a high tech, manufacturing environment

Essential Functions :

Performs instrument optimization functions after final assembly : laser alignment, pressure adjustments, electrical adjustments, etc.

Performs final production testing and inspection to ensure products meet performance specifications and standards.

Analyzes test results on defective units to determine root cause of failure.

Replaces or repairs defective components or assemblies, processes appropriate paperwork, may return unit to assembly for repair.

Compares test results with specifications and records test data and plots test results. Generates required documentation to complete the Device History Record (DHR)

Analyzes test results on defective units to determine root cause of failure. Frequently requires engineering support to resolve complex and unique problems.

Must be able to read and understand : detailed test instructions, assembly instructions, work orders, test results, Bills of Materials, Standard Operation Procedures, and all other documentation used to control our products and processes.

Confers with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and others regarding testing procedures and results and to resolve problems. Determines, develops and documents troubleshooting techniques.

Expected to provide feedback on production and test methods, product design issues, continuously strives to improve product quality and operational efficiency

Will provide support to project teams whose objectives may be : quality improvement, cost reduction, cycle time reduction, reliability improvement, increase operational efficiency, or new product introduction.

Assists in creating and updating process and product documentation.

Must have the ability to create and maintain productive working relationships within the work team and with other functions. Collaborates with peers to achieve shared departmental goals.

Collects and documents key measurements and data. Reviews metrics on a regular basis and strives to improve individual and group performance.