Manufacturing Technician II

The Manufacturing Technician II is responsible for assembling high-quality instruments following approved manufacturing process instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), assisting in the evaluation and resolution of line issues, and suggesting possible methods and process improvements. Other job duties will be assigned as needed. _This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned._ - Assemble instruments as required utilizing small hand tools, calibrated instruments, measurement equipment, microscopes, and test fixtures. - Identify and communicate any safety, quality, process issues or concerns as needed. - Perform in-process quality checks as required while giving timely feedback as issues arise. - Recognize and report any unacceptable materials and, or sub-assemblies to the Team Lead and, or manager. - Understand and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). - Work with Team Lead, manager, technicians, and engineers to resolve line issues and suggest improvements. - Be familiar with the terminology used in the production area. - Participate in lean activities and 5S improvement efforts. - Understand and demonstrate Lean manufacturing techniques and principles. - Aware of common defects within manufacturing departments and the results caused by variations during the manufacturing and assembly processes. - Coach and guide others on manufacturing processes and standard operating procedures. - Capability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specs, and method sheets. - Support Manufacturing Manager or designee, as required. About Us! RheoSense is a global high-tech company based in Silicon Valley. Our innovative m-VROC™ & microVISC™ instruments feature patented Viscometer/Rheometer-on-a-Chip (VROC®) technology. Utilizing state-of-the-art MEMS and microfluidics breakthroughs that redefine the viscometry industry, our instruments offer the smallest sample volume per measurement coupled with exceptional ease of use and accuracy. We are the leader in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and emerging protein therapeutics industries. RheoSense instruments have been rigorously tested, approved, and adopted worldwide by Fortune Global 500 companies and leading research universities. Our workplace culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, but they are also making history. What We Offer _At RheoSense, you can have an excellent job that can grow into a great career. We offer:_ - Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plans. - Training and professional career development opportunities. - Health and welfare programs include medical, dental, vision, life, and wellness programs. - Paid Time Off (PTO) Program. - Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity) Program. - 401(k) retirement savings with company match, up to 4%. - Employee share ownership (ISO). - Collaborative, creative, inclusive, and fun team environment. _RheoSense is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace._