Technician I, Quality - 1st shift

Are you a Quality Technician looking to take your career to the next level?

KARL STORZ U.S. is seeking a proactive Quality Technician in its Franklin, MA facility to support manufacturing and development efforts in improving product quality, delivery, safety, and cost.

What's in it for me?

1. Career Growth: You'll have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, learning new technical skills, and collaborating with engineers and cross-functional teams. Plus, there's potential to take on leadership roles or specialized projects as you develop your expertise.

2. Hands-On Experience: This is a role where you'll get to work directly with cutting-edge medical devices and production equipment. If you love working with complex systems, troubleshooting, and improving processes, this will be a fulfilling job.

3. Skill Development: You'll gain exposure to important industry standards like FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and QSR, along with a variety of technical tools and equipment. Plus, training on new processes and products will keep you sharp.

4. Collaborative Environment: You'll be working with a team of experts, from engineers to technicians, and have the opportunity to contribute your ideas and solutions to make a real difference in the products we produce.

5. Stability & Benefits: As part of a well-established company in the medical device industry, you'll enjoy a stable work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and potential overtime pay.

6. Impact: The work you do directly affects the quality and safety of products that help improve people's lives. You'll see the results of your work through improved processes, product performance, and customer satisfaction.

What you'll be doing:

• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives, contributing to production quality and process optimization.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot production equipment and processes, ensuring effective and safe operations.
• Perform product evaluations, assist with prototype assemblies, and solve complex production issues.
• Collaborate with engineers to introduce new processes and improve existing ones.
• Create test plans, technical reports, and documentation to support ongoing improvements.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and calibration to ensure optimal performance.
• Lead or participate in Green Belt projects and conduct process audits.
• Assist in training employees on new products and procedures.

What you will need to be considered:

• Associate's degree or equivalent training and certifications.
• 3+ years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment, ideally in the medical device industry.
• Proficient with software tools (Excel, Word, SAP) for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with test equipment such as multi-meters, high pot testers, and tensile testers.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (IEC 60601, QSR, ISO 13485).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and handle technical documentation.
• Experience with the scientific method and root cause analysis for troubleshooting.
• Ability to work in a team and effectively communicate technical information.
• Capability to work with intricate components.

• Ability to lift 35-55 lbs.
• Comfortable using adhesives, solvents, and microscopes for extended periods.
• Must be able to work overtime and adhere to attendance guidelines.

Preferred Skills:

• QSR training and experience in regulatory standards.
• Experience with reclamation and salvage of defective products.

Who we are:

KARL STORZ is an independent, family-owned company headquartered in Germany's renowned MedTech manufacturing region. For 80 years, we've pioneered the most groundbreaking innovations in endoscopic surgery, video imaging, and OR integration to benefit patients and healthcare providers alike.With a 9000+ employees worldwide, we pride ourselves on harnessing cutting-edge technology, precise workmanship, and unrivaled customer support. In doing so, we help healthcare facilities manage costs, streamline operations, and deliver positive patient outcomes.

If you have a passion for continuous improvement, troubleshooting, and hands-on technical work in a highly regulated environment, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

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