Manufacturing Assembler (1St Shift)

Overview

The Assembler position at Cook Inc. assembles medical devices according to written specifications and manufacturing instructions.

As a manufacturing assembler, you will play an integral role in helping patients around the world get the medical devices they require! Your work will have a meaningful impact and allow you to help others in need.

• No experience necessary
• On the job training is provided
• All-inclusive benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription options
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Local walk-in clinic with pharmacy and healthcare
• Company paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual raises and quarterly bonuses
• Paid holidays and time off
• Multiple shifts and overtime options available
• $16.00/hour
• Tuition assistance up to $5250 per year
• Onsite cafeteria
• Free onsite fitness center
• 401k options with a company match up to 4%

Responsibilities

• Work with written specifications and manufacturing instructions to assemble a variety of medical devices in compliance with the Cook Quality Policy Manual and Quality Management Systems
• Complete quality work at acceptable department/production determined rates
• Ability to work independently or in a team-based setting
• Must work and interact effectively and professionally with and for others throughout various levels of the global organization
• Must have effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative and independent work situations and environments with minimal supervision
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation
• Read, comprehend and follow product specifications, manufacturing instructions and drawings
• May work with small, intricate parts, identifying components with catalog description
• May work with various tools/machines, e.g. razor blades, hole punch, and table top grinder
• May build product by performing tasks such as cutting, flaring, tipping, sideporting, gluing and bonding
• May have to set up and operate various production machines
• May use measuring instruments such as calipers and/or micrometers
• Count and make simple arithmetic additions and subtractions
• Complete quality work at accepted departmental production rates
• Constant visual inspection for obvious product non-conformances
• May verify raw material
• Report quality problems or findings to Management
• May have to occasionally use a magnifying device
• May work with chemicals such as adhesives, acetone, talcum powder and isopropyl alcohol

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age
• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma or participating in a Cook sponsored program to obtain a High School Diploma or Equivalency Diploma
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Cook does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Physical Requirements:

• Must meet the Visual Acuity Screening Requirements of 20/40 vision using both eyes with or without correction.• Able to sit or stand for extended periods during the shift.• Frequent repetitive motion.
• Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds.• Moderate exposure to noise level in the work environment that is moderate to occasionally loud.
• Must be able to read and comprehend manufacturing instructions in the English language.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to grasp, carry, feel or touch; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch; communicate.
• Proper attire/clothing and personal protective equipment/clothing as required within Controlled Manufacturing Areas.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, subject to reasonable accommodation requirements under the ADA.