Machine Operator I at Nortech Systems Inc in Mankato, Minnesota

Job Description

Great People Making Lifesaving Products

Nortech Systems is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing solutions for complex electromedical and electromechanical products. We proudly serve mission critical markets, including medical imaging, medical devices, industrial, and aerospace & defense. Nortech delivers exceptional value by solving complex challenges through innovative, customized engineering, design, manufacturing, and data management solutions. Our expertise is in complex cable, PCBA and integrated higher level assemblies.

Our team is focused on delivering lifesaving products from medical devices which detect and treat cancer to mission-critical components for airplanes and submarines. Nortech’s customers include some of the biggest names in industry, medical devices and aerospace and defense. We take pride in our team’s role in making products that make a difference.

We are looking for an SMT Machine Operator who is committed to quality, enjoys working with automated manufacturing equipment, and takes pride in producing precision electronic assemblies in a collaborative environment where their work directly contributes to the success of products used around the world.

 

The pay range for this role is $17.50 – $19.00 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, and other candidate qualifications.

What Nortech Offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance for employee and family, including a 100% company-paid base medical plan for employees; 401k with company match; tuition reimbursement and PTO
• A diverse and inclusive workplace fostering responsible social engagement
• Training and opportunity for advancement

Primary Responsibilities:

• Check raw materials for quality and quantity prior to loading into machine/equipment.
• Validate material is correct prior to setup/load; ensure material matches work instruction; reference manual and/or automated machine per plant documentation.
• Follow production instructions and/or supervisor direction to meet quality standards.
• Set up, start, operate, monitor, and stop machines and/or equipment to produce and/or modify parts and/or products as assigned.
• Ensure machines work at full capacity, are stocked with required materials, and are well-maintained. Perform periodic checks on machining output.
• Report minor issues/malfunctions and assist with corrections to maximize machine/equipment function and performance in alignment with safety and operating procedures.
• Follow verbal and written instructions including diagrams and/or models, and batch records.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning; regularly inspect machining operations and output.
• May assist with prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as directed.
• May assist with minor repairs under supervision and/or direction to maximize machine/equipment function and performance.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition.
• Demonstrate a strong desire to improve individual skills and build strengths in self and coworkers.
• Demonstrate and support Nortech’s Mission, Core Values, policies and procedures at all times.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

This role requires: 

• High school diploma or GED; or one month of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, understand, and accurately follow written operating instructions.
• Ability to listen to and follow oral operating instructions.
• Ability to perform assembly tasks in a production environment.
• Ability to use electronic devices and computer systems.

Candidates with the following background are preferred: 

• Three months’ related manufacturing assembly and machine operating experience.
• Experience using, cleaning, and maintaining precision fabricating machines and/or equipment.
• Fabricating electronic, medical device, aerospace, or similar high-tech components.
• Working with, writing, and/or maintaining production fabrication documentation.

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. Certain positions at Nortech require access to information, or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other US government security regulations. These laws do not permit access rights to non-US citizens, or to other unauthorized individuals. Therefore, presently, all applicants must be US Citizens, or US Permanent Residents (“green card holders”), and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights, to be considered for a position. 

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Machine Operator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those Machine Operators encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Machine Operators work with their hands, whether directly manipulating components or using controls on an assembly machine.  Machine Operators may be on their feet, or in a seated position, for long periods of time.  

Machine Operators must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally may need to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  While performing the duties of this job, Machine Operators are regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel materials, machinery, and equipment.  Machine Operators are frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear.  Machine Operators are occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. 

While performing the duties of this job, Machine Operators are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  Machine Operators are required to work near and with moving mechanical parts; risk of electrical shock; risk of radiation and vibration. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Ear protection available as requested. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Operations – Manufacturing