Quality Programmer / Cell Lead at Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

Job Description:

Overview




About Cretex Medical



Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.



Position Summary:



The Quality Programmer / Cell Lead will be responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and leading the activities of a cellular work team in support of assigned goals and objectives in a Quality Control environment. The Cell Leader will manage employee time, approve time transactions in the ADP system, and will create performance related goals.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize CMM programs using software such as PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar
• Develop inspection programs for vision inspection systems (e.g., OGP, Zeiss, Keyence)
• Validate and maintain inspection programs to ensure alignment with part specifications and industry standards
• Perform first article inspections, in-process inspections, and final inspections using CMMs and vision systems
• Conduct measurement system analysis (MSA), including capability studies and gauge R&R analysis, to validate inspection methods
• Interpret complex blueprints, CAD models, GD&T, and technical specifications for accurate measurement
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, including capability analysis, MSA results, and data summaries
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to metrology equipment and inspection software
• Train and mentor junior metrologists and quality technicians in the use of CMM and vision inspection systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Quality, and Production to support product development and manufacturing processes
• Execute to the production schedule
• Assign employees to run equipment and jobs
• Ensure the area has the materials and supplies to meet production needs
• Ensure jobs are completed and meet quality standards and are on time
• Ensure machinery and equipment is running efficiently and effectively
• Provide employees on-the-job training and mentoring
• Ensure employees are following work instructions and processes
• Provide daily updates through the Tier I process
• Communicate production issues, schedules, and priorities within and between teams
• Implement process improvements
• Create employee goals, performance initiatives and areas of accountability that are directly aligned with the goals of the company
• Ensure employees are following company guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Manage the manufacturing ERP systems for production
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years of supervisory experience
• 7 years of experience in manufacturing operations
• Knowledge of manufacturing machinery, equipment, and processes
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements
• Ability to manage relationships and team facilitation
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to cross train in other areas of production when required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Business/technical degree
• Medical manufacturing experience
• Familiar with ISO and FDA requirements
• Certification in CMM programming or metrology (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Technician, CMM Programmer)
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on precision measurement and quality control

Pay Range

USD $24.00 - USD $36.54 /Hr.Company Benefits




Benefits:



All Employees:


Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.


20+hours:


Cretex's medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.


30+ hours:


Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.


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