Intuitive
Healthcare
Opticaltechnician
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“Optical technician at Intuitive. Skills: Production of small optical elements and assemblies, Measuring and testing, Assembly tasks, Inspection, Rework and repairs. Independent processing of small micro-optical parts and assemblies according to company-specific specifications. Independent assessment of the work results by measuring and testing”
What You'll Achieve.
Achieve goals in the areas of quantities, efficiency, accurate time documentation and scrap; Overall performance of the team is measured against these targets for each quarter
Industry & Context.
Perform basic root cause analysis; Troubleshoot manufacturing issues
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Technical high school with at least 1-year work experience or at least 3 years of relevant work in a production environment, Attention to detail with focus on quality, Ability to work well in a team, Secure handling of the MS-Office applications and the company's internal IT systems, Very good spatial imagination, High interest in technical contexts and manual skills, Perform basic root cause analysis, Troubleshoot manufacturing issues
Nice to Have
Fiber optic and/or medical experience preferred, Successfully completed apprenticeship as a precision mechanics/mechatronics or similar, Previous experience with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or similar QMS a plus, Good communication and documentation skills in English Language preferred, Voluntary support, of the Supv / Sr Supv and the NPI Manufacturing Engineers in improving the quality and quantity of the products, Assistance in the creation of CNC programs for optics series production with qualified employees, When introducing manufacturing processes into series production, active participation in MPI's is desirable
What You'll Do.
Independent processing of small micro-optical parts and assemblies according to company-specific specifications
Independent assessment of the work results by measuring and testing
Assessment in the various work steps according to standards
drawings and specifications
Document test results using paper and electronic means
Operate and set up production equipment/fixtures
Become proficient at multiple assembly tasks
Perform inspection of own and other's work
Perform simple repairs on own or other's work
Properly complete manufacturing documentation to report issues in his/her workstation
Training of colleagues on new process steps or products
Execution of rework and repairs according to the specifications
Perform SAP transactions related to manufacturing work
Voluntary assistance in setting up machines and production equipment
Voluntary support in improving the quality and quantity of the products
Assistance in the creation of CNC programs for optics series production
Observe instructions and regulations relating to environmental protection
Active participation in MPI's is desirable
Reporting quality issues
Recording measurements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works closely with the other team members, the division and department manager to achieve the goals; Ability to work well in a team; Training of colleagues on new process steps or products, as well as the associated self-control and correct implementation by colleagues; Voluntary support, of the Supv / Sr Supv and the NPI Manufacturing Engineers in improving the quality and quantity of the products; Active participation in MPI's is desirable
Communication Scope
Good communication and documentation skills in English Language preferred
Full Job Description
It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care , our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion —have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide. We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world. The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful— because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life. If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare , you’ll find your purpose here. Primary Function of Position: Production of small optical elements and assemblies of the highest standard and quality. He works closely with the other team members, the division and department manager to achieve the goals in the areas of quantities, efficiency, accurate time documentation and scrap. In each of these areas, the overall performance of the team is measured against these targets for each quarter. Roles and Responsibilities: * Independent processing of small micro-optical parts and assemblies according to company-specific specifications * Independent assessment of the work results by measuring and testing * Assessment in the various work steps according to standards, drawings and specifications * Document test results using paper and electronic means (Word, Excel, SAP - Follow all corporate, safety, regulations and production procedures; DOPs, SOPs, QMS, GDP, GMP principles and instructions) * Follows all corporate, safety and production procedures and regulations * Operate and set up (as needed), p
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