Manufacturing Technician II (MedTech Robotics)

Location: Onsite in Milpitas, California, United States; initial training at the Santa Clara site. Regular schedule is Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM, with occasional weekends and overtime as needed.

Company

Johnson & Johnson MedTech develops surgical technologies and solutions, including the OTTAVA surgical robotic platform, to support less invasive and personalized treatment.

What you will do

• Perform intermediate electromechanical assembly of robotic joints, control modules, cable harnesses, and other product components.
• Build, verify, and validate modules using engineering documentation, work instructions, calibrated tools, fixtures, and test equipment.
• Conduct functional, electrical, and mechanical testing and troubleshoot basic wiring, alignment, sensor, and other production issues.
• Document production activities, test results, inspections, material transactions, and work-in-process data in MES, ERP/SAP, and electronic DHR systems.
• Support line setup, fixture validation, new product introduction builds, continuous improvement, material readiness, and production scheduling.
• Guide new technicians and maintain proficiency on at least three designated modules.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of manufacturing or assembly experience in medical devices, electromechanical systems, capital equipment, calibration and validation, or a related regulated industry.
• Hands-on experience with Good Documentation Practices and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with torque wrenches, screwdrivers, calipers, multimeters, presses, and similar assembly tools.
• Ability to interpret assembly procedures, technical documentation, and engineering instructions.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and weekend shifts.
• Onsite availability in Milpitas, California, with initial training in Santa Clara is required.

Nice to have

• Experience with Kanban operations, MES, SAP, ComplianceWire, or software-based test procedures.
• Exposure to robotics or surgical device assembly and troubleshooting.
• Experience with calibration and validation of electromechanical or robotic systems.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting, including multimeter use, grounding, and isolation.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a structured production environment supporting innovative surgical robotics.
• Follow ISO 13485, FDA QSR, Good Documentation Practices, ESD, clean manufacturing, and contamination-control standards.
• Receive hands-on experience and opportunities for long-term career development.
• Work within an inclusive environment that values individual contributions and diverse perspectives.