Sr Technician, Manufacturing (Plastics/Tool Room)

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for training and guiding new or existing technicians. Responsible for analyzing machine utilization, improving and ensuring quality output. Maintains and repairs complex issues or mold systems. Works with outside vendors for mold repairs beyond internal capabilities. Assists and partners with engineering team in protocol/validation for continuous improvements. Updates engineering on mold conditions, requiring major repairs. Supports in receiving new molds and mold verification. Manages inventory levels of mold spares and components. Verifies and ensures spares and components received are within specification. Follows all cleanup and housekeeping procedures. Proactively practices and adheres to EHS and relevant safety protocols, cGMP, and other essential compliance procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.

* Involved in getting quotes, requisitions, and purchasing of services - Only selected personnel.

Qualifications / Education:

• NITEC / Diploma in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering

Skill Set and/or Experience:

• At least 8 years of relevant experience
• Must be able to read blueprints and have basic electrical knowledge
• Experience in handling measuring instruments, equipment, and machinery (e.g., lathe machine, grinding machine)
• Experience in mold spare inventory management is an advantage.
• Experienced with reading blueprints.
• Ability to communicate with varying levels within the organization.
• High sense of urgency; escalate potential safety, process, and/or quality issues.
• The ability to work efficiently and demonstrate strong leadership skills, appropriate level of adaptability, and stay composed under stress.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented.
• Experience with different types of mold and manifold systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lead major changes or modifications confidently.

Reasonable Accommodation

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