Equipment Machine Operator (FOT) Cleanroom - 3rd Shift

Company: Terumo BCT, Inc.
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Requisition ID: 33693



At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.



We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient's life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.



With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.


JOB TITLE: Equipment Machine Operator

M - F 3rd shift 10:00 pm - 6:30 am



JOB SUMMARY

The primary functions of this job require accountability for manufacturing procedures and associated documentation for automated manufacturing equipment and processes. This includes material handling functions, inspecting product, testing, assembling, packaging bonding, or welding components, subassemblies, together in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and written procedures.





ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Takes ownership over all aspects of automated processes and procedures including training (spares production area), safety, quality, and efficiencies.
  
• Applies technique and quality criteria for use of specialized tools and test equipment.
  
• Assembles , tests, Troubleshoots, calibrates and packages highly complex mechanical and electronic sub-assemblies.
  
• Applies extensive knowledge to adhere to GMP compliance on the manufacturing floor.
  
• Identifies potential issues that may impact production schedules and is a key contributor in formulating the response to maintain those schedules.
  
• Detects non-conforming product and despositions according to company procedure.
  
• Operates automated equipment along with associated work cells, including start up and shut down. Executes and maintains monthly production schedule.
  
• Works with and assists engineers, leadership, buyers, planners, material handlers and technicians in problem solving of quality and safety, production process, and raw material issues including prototyping, speciality buids, validations and implementing new materials, designs, maintenance and process improvements. .
  
• Performs backflushing, area clearance, and setup of work stations.
  
• Performs documentation and regulatory record keeping as defined in the standard operating procedures for manufacturing. This includes but not limited to device history records, work order generation and product labels.
  
• Provides and receive constructive work direction and feedback without shutting down communication among team members.
  
• Performs quality control checks on finished products and documentation prior to release. This includes processing and packaging returned goods from customers/vendors and finished goods inventory.
  
• Ensures efficiency of material loading and unloading for automated processes.
  
• Conducts thorough practices with inspecting, packaging, and labeling of product.
  
• Assists with process verifications and initiates work orders for automated processes.
  
• Contributes toresolution and sorting of PDF products and processes.
  
• Requires the ability to work overtime to meet business needs.
  
• Demonstrates high proficiency with the use of required hand-tools and test equipment.
  
• Applies technique and quality criteria for soldering as well as use of specialized tools and test equipment.
  
• Interfaces frequentlywith computer and understands navigational functions with HMI's (Human Machine Interface).
  
  
  OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  
  

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• May assist with covering areas in material handling.
  
• May be required to assist leadership with floor coverage and coordination.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
  
  
  
  Education
  
  
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    High school diploma or GED.
    Technical background is required.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Experience
    
    
    
  • Minimum 2 years experience
    
    
    
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      Experience in Process Control (PC) testing and molding/welding quality requirements is preferred.
      Working knowledge with HMI interactions is preferred.
      Process knowledge of the Auto Cell and RF work centers is preferred.
      
    • Demonstrated knowledge and maintained competency in all areas required at the assembler level.
      
      
      
      
      Skills
      
      
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      • Knowledge and understanding of safety protocols required for operating automated and semi-automated equipment.
        
      • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, decimals and fractions; reason through mathematical word problems; and read tables, scales, graphs, and charts quickly and accurately.
        
      • Understanding usage of the English language; good understanding of words used in business and regulatory environments; ability to memorize different terms oand their meanings; and ability to read, comprehend and generate reports, documents, procedures,etc. that may be technical in nature.
        
      • Advanced understanding of manufacturing operating procedures that apply to technical, automated, semi-automated operating systems as well as assembling, testing, and packaging of mechanical and electronic subassemblies and packaging of electromechanical medical devices using safe handling and assembly techniques..
        
      • Understanding of mechanical principles and analysis of mechanical movement. Attention to detail for spotting imperfections or flaws and ability to identify a simple figure that is part of a complete drawing, able to visuilze how separate pieces will work as a whole.
        
      • Require extensive knowledge and understanding of process control activities and functions.
        
      • Strongteam cooperation and ability to prioritize workload to meet schedule requirements.
        Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
        Must be able to make decisions based on changes and multiple priorities.
        Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.
        
      • Demonstrated ability to assemble, test, calibrate, and troubleshoot mechanical and electronic subassemblies and electromechanical medical devices using safe handling and assembly techniques.
        Ability to continue learning and increase competency in of specialty tools such as digital volt meters (DVM), torgue wrenches, etc. Demonstrate high proficiency with the use of required hand tools and test equipment.
        
        
        
        
        -Or-
        
        An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.
        
        
        
        PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
        
        Manufacturing Environment requirements include: use of personal protective equipment, reading, speaking, hearing, walking, bending, standing, stretching/reaching, and hand/finger dexterity.
        
        
        
      • Must be able to work in a clean room environment, adhere to associated policies, and perform gowning of clean room attire in the allotted time prior to start up.
        
      • Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds and transport up to 500 pounds via carts or mechanized equipment.
        
      • Requires good manual dexterity and visual acuity including ability to distinguish colors.
        
      • Must be able to maintain pace with the area assigned.
        
      • Requires the ability to regularly perform repetitive motions.
        
      • Must be able to work under florescent lighting.
        
      • Requires the ability to bond using repetitive moderate force gripping.
        
      • Requires the ability to sit or stand through the duration of a shift.
        
        
        The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
        
        
        Target Pay Range:$22.00to$28.00- Hourly pay rateto be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
        
        Target Bonus on Base:7.0%
        
        
        
        At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family.Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more.To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates.For us, it's about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.
        
        
        
        
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        • Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
          
        • In 2019, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1 billion in revenue.
          
        • We employ nearly 7,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
          
        • We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
          
        • Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
          
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          • Respect - Appreciative of others
            
          • Integrity - Guided by our mission
            
          • Care - Empathetic to patients
            
          • Quality - Committed to excellence
            
          • Creativity - Striving for innovation
            
            
            
          • We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $1.3 million USD since 2007.
            
            
            
            
            We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.
            
            
            
            Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment.Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces,and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.
            

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