Production Associate I

First shift hours 6:30 am - 3:00 pm with Overtime 4:30 am - 3:00 pm. 

Why AtriCure:

• Ranked top places to work for in the Cincinnati area
• Lots of room to grow internally
• Tuition reimbursement
• Air conditioned, Cleanroom environment
• Health Benefits and 401K start on the 1st day 
• PTO and Volunteer time off
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Gym & Cafe on Site
• Diveristy, Equity & Inclusion program opportunities
• Assemble medical devices used in surgery

POSITION SUMMARY:

Production Associate I is responsible for the manufacturing of components and the assembly of finished products.  This individual manufactures/assembles product in compliance with production control documentation and he/she is under the direct supervision of the production supervisor.  This person is responsible for the quality of their work and meeting all Quality System requirements for the tasks assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Assists with the movement of materials through the workstations and properly label all bins and trays
• Identify gaps in individual employee training and/or deficiencies in production documentation
• Performs company activities in addition to the above as assigned by production supervisor and/or Team leader, Level 2 or 3
• Under guidance of team members performs in-process inspection per process specifications and inspection documentation
• Assemble products per process specifications
• Ensure products meet the current quality requirements
• Raises issues or concerns with components, processes, documentation when needed
• Responsible for operating equipment and processes per process specifications
• Responsible for documenting time to appropriate manufacturing orders
• Responsible for following process specifications and production rules
• Helps with improving processes throughout the department or center of excellence

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Regular and predictable worksite attendance 
• Ability to work under fast-paced conditions
• Ability to make decisions and use good judgment
• Ability to prioritize various duties and multitask as required
• Ability to successfully work with others
• Additional duties as assigned  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma
• Ability to handle and assemble small parts
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to work using microscopes and other magnifying aids
• Good oral and communication skills
• Professional interactions with customers and employees
• Seeks out opportunities to learn new skills, and acquire information
• Ability to travel 5%  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous Medical Device industry experience
• Assembly Experience and/ or experience in Manufacturing
• Knowledge of cGMP and ISO standards  

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, or stand as required
• Ability to occasionally bend and push/pull
• Ability to regularly lift up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small parts in a repetitive motion
• On Demand overtime to meet production schedule may be required
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

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