**_MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE_**
- Summarize the main purpose of the role._
The manufacturing technician position supports the development and implementation of optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; supports the activities related to instalation and validation of production lines as well as the lifecycle managment of equipments.
**_ MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES_**
- Daily support to the manufacturing activities in order to to meet established goals for safety, quality, cost and production.
- Maintains systems that support the monitoring of key performance indicators such as yield, per operators, reject parettos, etc.
If indicators show an adverse trend, works with the functional team to plan and implement appropiate changes.
- Support yield/productivity analysis & improvement plans.
Analyzes defective material to identify probable cause.
- Support in the performance of installation/validation activities for new or existent production lines, meeting regulatory requirements.
- Supports the purchasing process of equipment/fixtures according to production requirements.
- Keeps equipment operational by coordinating calibration, maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service when needed.
- Able to interpret product requirements and specifications.
Understands potential risks related to product malfunctions.
- Has clear criteria of conforming/ non conforming product.
- Execute change requests with the support of the ME.
Supports DL's training process.
- Supports DL's training process.
- Paticipates in the identification and investigation of Non-conforming products.
Supports the root cause identification.
- Support process improvement activities.
**_ QUALIFICATIONS_**
**_ Education_**
- High school degree as minimum.
- 2+ years of expirience in similar roles, knowledge in manufacturing process.
- Capable to perform data analysis and data collection in excel or other software.
- Strong computer software knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point).
**_ Language Proficiency_**
- Basic English Level (Able to understand written English) required.
**_ Preferred Qualifications_**_ & Education_**
- Technical/Engineering Studies are preferred.
- 3+ years in a Medical Device Manufacturing or similar environment.
- Intermediate English Level (written and speaking)
- Capable to support investigations using root cause problem solving methodologies.