Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain.  We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Position Summary:

The Production Mechanic II applies experience, knowledge and skill as well as implements and helps determine best practices and procedures to perform preventative maintenance and general repairs to mechanical production equipment.  The Production Mechanic II is also responsible for troubleshooting broad issues and for working with department leads and management to resolve larger, difficult issues.

The base hourly range for this role is currently $36.00/hr. to $40.00/hr. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.

This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. 

Key Accountabilities

Essential Functions:

• Ensure optimal equipment performance by performing timely equipment preventative maintenance and related documentation according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Maintain pneumatic and electrical driven robotic assembly machines.
• Identify and correct production equipment problems/deficiencies quickly, minimizing production down time.
• Troubleshoot programmable logic controllers.
• Support related engineering and manufacturing activities.
• Support installation, qualification and validation activities for new equipment and processes.
• Maintain a safe, secure, controlled and efficient mechanical operating environment.
• Ensure critical equipment problems are escalated to leads and management.
• Maintain and improve technical knowledge and skill.

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; additional technical schooling or certificate preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years related experience; previous experience in a regulated medical device manufacturing environment preferred.
• Good understanding of assembly and packaging automation.
• Ability to utilize standard tool room measuring instruments required.
• Ability to follow electrical and mechanical schematics required.
• Familiarity with Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 9000, and Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) standards preferred. Previous practical electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting experience required.

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV. 

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

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