Manufacturer/Manufacturing technician is required for a fixed term, 6 month position, with a possibility of extension, would work on manufacturing components of catheters developed at Strait Access Technologies in Cape Town.
Job responsibilities:
- Perform mechanical assembly of mechanical subassemblies and assemblies of medical catheters
- Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures; understand and follow verbal instructions
- Ability to handle and maneuver small components and parts
- Participate in continuous improvement/quality initiatives in order to enhance production processes to achieve quality and profitability metrics.
- Maintain accurate records to ensure DHR and quality documents are accurate, all parts are traceable and quality issues can be addressed to assure the quality of all products.
- Working with various medical grade materials
- Assisting on other projects within the company as required from management.
Job requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 2 year technical degree/certificate in mechanical engineering preferred
- Experience with assembly, preferably in medical device industry
- Great attention to detail
- Good hands on approach
- Works efficiently within highly regulated environment
- Can work independently
- Good communication skills
- Must be able to confirm cleaned equipment meets the requirements of “visually clean”.
- Must have the ability to recognize when processes, procedures, equipment, product, commodities, etc. are out of specifications. Failure to exercise independent judgment may result in spoiled batches, lots, loads, commodities, up to and including a product re-inspection or recall. Improper use or monitoring of equipment may result in substantial downtime, equipment and material or product loss.
- Starting time: 1 February 2018 or as soon as possible
Please send a short CV and cover letter.
All applicants will be subject to a selection process.
The Company reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you haven't heard back by 29 January 2018 please consider your application unsuccessful.
About company:
Strait Access Technologies is a young medical device company developing heart valve replacement and repair devices; we are looking for an enthusiastic Manufacturer/Manufacturing Technician to join the team.
