Instruments Technician II

TL;DR

Instruments Technician II (Electro-Mechanical): Responsible for component, sub-assembly and final product assembly and testing of high-value laboratory instruments with an accent on production activities, hardware troubleshooting, and quality documentation. Focus on supporting manufacturing operations, conducting experiments, and improving processes in a regulated environment.

Location: Onsite in Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA

Salary: $52,400 - $76,000 annually

Company

Developer of high-value laboratory instruments and medical devices in a regulated ISO/FDA environment.

What you will do

• Perform packaging of assemblies and instruments, material handling, and production material movement.
• Assemble and test components, sub-assemblies, and final products ensuring excellence in workmanship and quality.
• Troubleshoot hardware at system and component levels using drawings, schematics, and measurement tools.
• Document test efforts, communicate issues impacting quality and timelines, and configure computer/software.
• Assist engineers in experiments, product development, and improving manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Electronics, Mechanical disciplines, or equivalent + 2+ years in electro-mechanical manufacturing
• Experience with electro-mechanical devices, lab equipment, and/or medical devices required
• Ability to read mechanical drawings/electrical schematics, use digital multi-meters, and measurement tools
• Proficient in assembly/test procedures, manual/powered hand tools, Microsoft Office, and ESD practices
• Excellent communication, documentation, and ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Experience in regulated ISO/FDA (GMP) environment preferred; lab skills like pipetting preferred

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription benefits, and company-paid disability/life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave
• Employee assistance program, fitness club contribution, pet insurance, identity theft protection, insurance discounts
• Flexible manufacturing environment with changing projects, independent and team work