Medical Device Assembler - 1st Shift

Location: Maple Grove

Base Salary: $21.00 - $24.00 / hour (Depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-time (Contract to hire with Medix)

Shift & Schedule: Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM (1st Shift)

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Medical Device Assembler I to join our production team in Maple Grove, MN. In this role, you will perform a variety of routine assembly duties, including component assembly under a microscope, material handling, packaging, and loading/unloading lines.

Your primary focus is to build high-quality, life-saving products by strictly following established processes, ensuring all production goals and metrics are met while collaborating closely with your team.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly pay ($21 - $24/hr)

• Consistent daytime hours (M-F, 5 AM - 1:30 PM)

• Cleanroom / climate-controlled work environment

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Assembly: Manually pick up, move, sort, and assemble intricate parts precisely under a microscope.

• Production & Goals: Work as part of a team to build products by following standardized processes to meet daily goals and quality metrics.

• Material Handling: Sort, organize, and place materials or components on assembly tables, racks, or bins.

• Packaging & Cleaning: Clean finished parts and securely place them in protective bags, boxes, or final shipping packages.

• Quality Control: Inspect components and immediately report any defective materials or questionable production conditions to the line lead or supervisor.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records, including training logs and required regulatory paperwork.

• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace; adhere strictly to all safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

• Experience: Basic knowledge of manufacturing assembly techniques and the use of hand tools (experience in medical device manufacturing or working under a microscope is a plus, but not required).

• Compliance: Must successfully pass a standard background check and drug screening prior to hire.

• Skills:

  • Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling small parts.

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure to meet production deadlines.

  • Ability to work productively and independently with minimal supervision.

  • A friendly, cooperative, and flexible demeanor when working with a diverse team.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to lift, push, and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Frequently required to sit and/or stand for extended periods during the shift.

• Occasionally required to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or balance.

• Frequently required to use a full range of motion in hands, fingers, and arms for precise manipulation of small materials.

Core Competencies

• Quality & Quantity: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness while working efficiently to meet hourly/daily production standards.

• Dependability: Follows instructions, responds well to management direction, and has a strong record of excellent attendance and punctuality.

• Safety Conscious: Strictly observes safety procedures, uses equipment properly, and reports potentially unsafe conditions immediately.

• Teamwork & Integrity: Treats all colleagues with respect, listens without interrupting, remains open to new ideas, and focuses on solving problems collaboratively.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

^*This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.