Assoc Machine Operator

Set-up and run a variety of types of machinery in the manufacturing process, in keeping with SOPs and established production schedule.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Set-up, load materials, and run a variety of manufacturing equipment to produce device components and/or sterilize finished products, including equipment set-up and/or in-process adjustments to ensure appropriate settings and parameters to achieve product design and quality specifications.
- Perform inspections of machinery and output to ensure the processes are being executed in conformance with production specifications, and maintaining a stable and effective process
- Review, follow and perform job functions in compliance with established work instructions and adherence with SOPs, which may include recording traceable information on device history records and/or enter information into JDE.
- May select and utilize the associated equipment and tooling associated with assigned operation/task.
- Troubleshoot equipment and escalate issues
- Ensure automated recording of parameters throughout the process for input into device history record.
- Other incidental duties: General work area housekeeping

**Education and Experience**:
H.S. Diploma or equivalent in strongly preferred some previous experience in using similar machinery Preferred

**Additional Skills**:

- Basic computer skills with working knowledge of computer systems or software, which typically may include JDE, TRAX, and Forwarder, preferred
- Ability to read, interpret and comprehend policies and procedures (English Speaking, preferred)
- Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to warehouse operations and clean room medical device manufacturing
- Must be able to work in a team environment, including with peers in manufacturing, and with minimum supervision by following detailed established work instructions
- Strict attention to detail and accuracy
- Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

About Edwards Lifesciences

Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease, as well as critical care and surgical monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company collaborates with the world’s leading clinicians and researchers to address unmet healthcare needs, working to improve patient outcomes and enhance lives. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Edwards Lifesciences has extensive operations in North America, Europe, Japan, Latin America and Asia and currently employs over 13,000 individuals worldwide.

For us, helping patients is not a slogan - it’s our life’s work. From developing devices that replace or repair a diseased heart valve to creating new technologies that monitor vital signs in the critical care setting, we focus on helping patients regain and improve the quality of their life.

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