Equipment Operator III at ICU Medical, Inc. in Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Description:

Job Title


Equipment Operator III



FLSA Status


Non-Exempt



Position Summary


A Equipment Operator III is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of highly complex automated assembly machines. This individual will ensure the continued operation of assembly machines through interpretation of and appropriate response to machine faults and through frequent alignment of stations and fixtures. This individual will perform highly complex, repetitive tasks associated with machine operation and is expected to endure a high level of equipment attentiveness. The operator is also responsible for ensuring that medical devices are assembled with the highest quality possible.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities


• All Essential Duties & Responsibilities of Machine Operator II, in addition to those outlined below:


o Able to learn highly complex operations easily and quickly

o Product quality is highly dependent on operator capability

o Capable of performing major machine adjustments, changeovers, and setups without maintenance intervention (e.g, feeder bowl installation, fixture changes, etc.)

o Makes minor mechanical repairs as needed on equipment (e.g., changing continuity test head on CAM, changing pins on CLC)

o Perform or assist preventive maintenance on equipment

o Must possess superior critical thinking skills. Able to investigate and analyze data to resolve problems

o Able to demonstrate flexibility in operating multiple highly complex machines. Highly complex machines:

§ Involve solvent bonding, shot weight measurements,

§ Are typically more than 10 stations, multiple components,

§ Have high levels of operator attention,

§ Have precise station and fixture alignments

§ Involve changeover of bowls or fixtures,



Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications


• Basic Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word) and computer experience preferred

• Knowledge of inventory management systems

• Knowledge of machine maintenance or repair



Education and Experience


• High school diploma or GED required

• 3+ years' experience required



Minimum Qualifications


• Must be 18 years of age

• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check



Travel Requirements


• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time



Physical Requirements and Work Environment


• Use solvents, glue, or solder

• Must be able to perform visual inspections with and without the aid of magnification tools

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

• This job operates in a clean room environment.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for the duration of the shift

• Must be able to repetitively move and lift objects of up to 20 lbs


ICU Medical is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability