The Medical tubing extrusion operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining extrusion machinery to produce high-quality medical tubing products. This skilled and detail-oriented role will be essential in ensuring the precision, high quality and consistency of our manufacturing processes. This is a meticulous and detail-oriented position that is critical in maintaining the integrity and sterility of our medical products.

Key Functions:

• Safety: Work safely, following all safety policies and proactively enforcing and participating in the safe work of others. Be a leading example of adherence to all internal safety procedures and policies to keep a clean and organized manufacturing environment.

• Machine Operation: Set up, operate and monitor extrusion equipment to produce medical tubing according to specifications.

• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve any issues with the extrusion process or equipment to minimize downtime and increase uptime.

• Maintenance: Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of extrusion equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with cleanroom standards.

• Quality Control: Perform regular inspections and measurements of extruded products to ensure they meet quality standards. Also collaborate with the quality control team to identify and report defects or issues with products.

• Inspection: Conduct visual inspections of products to ensure they meet quality specifications before packaging.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of production runs, including material usage, machine settings and any issues encountered.

• Cleanroom Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to cleanroom protocols to prevent contamination.

• Inventory Management: Assist in managing inventory levels of packaging materials and report and shortages to the supervisor.

• Compliance: Follow all Safety and regulatory guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment. (PPE)

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience: Previous experience operating extrusion equipment, preferably in a cleanroom or medical device manufacturing environment.

• Skills:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and product specifications

• Attention to detail and precision of work

• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team. English/ Spanish language is desired.

• Basic computer skills or documentation purposes. MS Office and working in an ERP system

  Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift to 75 lbs. consistently and higher occasionally.

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Manual dexterity to handle small components

• Capable of working on 12-hour shifts, some weekends.