Assembler III (1st shift 5AM-3:30PM M-Th, OT on Fridays)

Req ID: 9421

Working Location: MINNESOTA, BROOKLYN PARK

Workplace Flexibility: Onsite

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. 

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus.

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Production Supervisor and/or Lead the Assembler demonstrates and is responsible for assembling high quality medical devices according to established quality and manufacturing guidelines while performing at or above the rate projected by the Production Supervisor or Lead.

Job Duties

Successfully attained the knowledge skills and abilities associated with the Assembler II job description.
Is skilled in assembling medical devices on a minimum of three or more product lines at or above the quantity standard rate projected by the supervisor or lead.
Displays a high level of competence in our Quality System Policies by referencing and explaining written line procedures.
Understands and follows all manufacturing procedures required to assemble product to specification.
Accurately completes and maintains written records of manufacturing operations on production documentation following appropriate training i.e. Device History Records Data Sheets Lot Control.
Consistently carries out instructions regarding priorities work schedules special assignments job standards and related information with minimal direction from the supervisor or lead.
Effectively uses interpersonal skills to support procedure changes and promote new procedures due to product line changes and technology changes.
Supports and collaborates with leads supervisors and/or engineers to identify and resolve line issues as well as suggest areas of improvement.
Proactively communicates insufficient product line material by informing the lead or supervisor.
Skillful in Shared Leadership activities. I.e. Kanban Management Calibration and Metrics Board Maintenance.
Maintain a safe work environment by following and practicing good housekeeping and safety guidelines/policies. i.e. ergonomics job rotation stretching exercises tool handling and preventive maintenance.
Maintain acceptable standards for attendance and punctuality and work overtime as needed.
Uses time effectively and constructively does not engage in idle conversation that disrupts others and or the assigned operation stays in the work area and does not abuse break times.
In addition to the duties above incumbents must successfully perform one or more of the following: Assist Technicians and/or Engineers with adjusting and troubleshooting automatic manufacturing equipment as needed. Designated Product Line Trainer. Designated Backup for Lead Assembler. Special skill set. e.g. bi-lingual specific job skill knowledge.

Job Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 3-5 years of previous medical device assembly experience.
Must be able to work effectively within MS Windows applications e.g. Excel Outlook Word and site specific PC programs as required to perform job duties following training. e.g. Oracle PLM MRP ERP and PED.
Must be able to effectively communicate by way of telephone e-mail or in person. to supervisors leads and team members.
Must be able to understand verbal and written work instructions with minimum direction.
Basic mathematical skills (add subtract multiply divide).
Must be able to work in a clean room environment and follow the clean room environment practices and procedures.
Must be able to perform repetitive work according to set procedures sequence and pace.
Must have fine motor skills and high degree of speed dexterity and eye coordination to manipulate fine wire in order to work with and assemble small parts and subassemblies using both hands.
Must possess specific vision abilities including close vision and the ability to quickly adjust focus.

Preferred:

Knowledge of GDP GMP and Lean Manufacturing preferred.
Efficiently operates manufacturing and measurement equipment following appropriate training; not limited to: microscopes test equipment EFDs ultrasonic welders induction welder soldering irons dial calipers pressure gages and rulers.
In addition is able to well as documents in written form when applicable.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:

Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture you can embrace:

Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance

*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefit and incentives.

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position working at this location is $20.47 - $26.61 / hour, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position, including level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.

You Belong at Olympus

We value a workforce that reflects a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. And we provide employees with equal access to opportunities for growth and development.

Applicants Requesting Accommodations: Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Let’s realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Minnesota (US-MN) || Brooklyn Park || Manufacturing & Repair

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