Assembler

Paragon Medical - Bridgeport, a business of AMETEK, helps accelerate new product development for ambitious medical manufacturers. Our experts have deep experience across a wide range of applications including implants, surgical instrumentation, single-use disposable devices, and many more. We produce everything from high-precision individual components and assemblies to complete end products, and we are currently looking for dynamic, innovative, and reliable team members to join our Paragon Medical family! Job description : Paragon Medical, a business of AMETEK, is a trusted partner in medical device manufacturing, offering end-to-end solutions from concept to final production. With expertise across various applications, we deliver high-precision components and complete products tailored to exceed customer expectations. SUMMARY : As an Assembler, you will be responsible for the assembly of a wide variety of assemblies and subassemblies to produce a quality product for our customer. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : Observe all safety rules and regulations including wearing and maintaining personal protective equipment. Maintain work area in a clean and safe condition. Operates equipment in a safe manner. Participate as a member of work teams. Assist in measuring team performance for safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Work with team members, other business functions, customers and suppliers to continually improve these measures. Participates in Level 3 activities such as scrap and rework elimination projects along with various other kaizen events. Read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately assemble equipment and products Perform microscope inspection on assembled parts Maintain inventory of product in workstations Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures. Attends required training programs. Performs 5s activities. Assist in the training of other associates in procedures and use of equipment. Ability to read and use various inspection equipment and precision tools and understand and apply basic inspection and sound measurement practices. Basic knowledge of Level 3 principles. EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE : HS Graduate of Equivalent i.e. GED At least 6 months’ work experience in a manufacturing environment Ability to remain productive under indirect supervision and follow verbal and written instructions and techniques Basic mathematical aptitude required CERTIFICATION / TRAINING REQUIRED : Up to 6 weeks of on the job training to become familiar and confident with essential duties GMP Training General Orientation Annual Safety training programs (Hearing Conservation, etc.) Quality System Awareness Training