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TITLE: Plating Process Technician

LOCATION: Geneva, IL

SHIFT & HOURS: Monday- Friday 6am - 2:30pm

Hiring Hourly Rate: $20 - $25/hr

POSITION SUMMARY:

Bravida Medical is hiring a Plating Process Technician to participate in the setup, operation, documentation, calibration and maintenance/repair of manufacturing processes performed throughout Bravida Medical. The position will be primarily focused on the silver-plating production line but will include the operation of existing and newly acquired processes or equipment. This position will also involve the handling of hazardous chemicals which will include donning of chemical resistant personal protection equipment (PPE). This position works closely with the other members of the plating team, Production Management, Engineering and the Quality & Regulatory Affairs groups in support of the directives established by the organization.

As a Plating Process Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• • Setup, operate, maintain and document manufacturing, maintenance and calibration activities associated with medical device manufacturing equipment including: reverse osmosis system, sensitizing system, metallizing equipment, commercial washer/dryer machines, wastewater treatment & facility/building equipment (HVAC systems, compressors, lighting, emergency equipment).
  • Compliance with OSHA regulations with regard to personal protective equipment including ability to pass a seal fit test with an OSHA compliant full-face respirator.
  • Maintain compliance with local and federal ordinances with regard to waste sampling, disposal and reporting.
  • Ability to acquire a Class K wastewater pretreatment operator’s license. Training and testing will be provided.
  • Ability to perform simple mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and document objective process evidence in English.
  • Provide input on process improvements with regard to safety, quality, delivery and cost.
  • Participate in related safety and compliance (QMS) training as directed by department management.
  • Assist with equipment factory/site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT), commissioning and validation when necessary.

  
  

The essential functions listed above are not considered a comprehensive and additional duties, responsibilities, and activities, or modifications to ones assigned, may change at any time with or without notice according to the needs of the business.

The Plating Process Technician position may be right for you if you:

• Communication – Communicates effectively between other team members and direct supervisor. Expresses ideas clearly and simply both verbally and in writing. Promotes timely, ongoing flow of information to other team members. Communicates and listens effectively in order to develop and maintain a safe and effective work environment.
• Interpersonal Skills – Ability to work, interact and build relationships with co-workers of all levels. Ability to process positive and negative feedback necessary to address nonconformities and to become a more wholistic employee.
• Initiative – Ability to work well independently and exercise appropriate judgement under general direction. Ability to prioritize tasks consistent with the department objectives. Ability to take direction from immediate supervisor and question conflicting priorities when they arise.
• Decision Making – Makes timely, sound decisions based on analysis wisdom, experience and judgement. Utilizes ”Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost” hierarchy when making decisions that require some degree of conflict. Relies on experience and good judgement to ensure that expectations are met and that business objectives are achieved.
• Adaptability – Embraces and adapts to change quickly and demonstrates a willingness to learn. Reactionary and adaptable to abrupt changes, arising issues, time pressures and other circumstances.
• Trust and Integrity – Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization. Accepts responsibility for one’s own decisions and actions. Demonstrates honesty. Keeps commitments. Behaves in a consistent manner and is open, honest and trustworthy.
• Collaboration and Teamwork – Works collaboratively and cooperatively with cross-functional teams. Ability to work well with other people to solve problems and to find the best solution. Energetic and willingness to work closely with all team members to achieve success. Recognizes their input is valued as a member of Argentum Medical.
• Customer Orientation – Demonstrates a reasonable understanding of customers’ (end users/patients) needs.
• Capacity to Develop: Demonstrates the ability and wiliness to accept new/more complex duties/responsibilities as experience and comprehension of main tasks expand and grow. Desire to consistently find ways of gaining more experience and skills to further the growth of the organization as well as oneself as an employee.
• Attendance/Reliability: Consistently reports to work and to meetings on time, prepared, and with an attitude/mentality for work and collaboration.

Qualified candidates will have:

Experience

• None required but 2-years of work experience in a QMS regulated industry is preferred.
• Successful track record working in a matrix/collaborative environment if applicable.

Education

• High school diploma, GED equivalent or at least 2 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Travel

Workdays are expected to be 100% on site at the Geneva campus comprised of multiple buildings.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The primary work environments will be in a typical production, warehouse, and/or office areas on the Geneva campus. Most areas are temperature controlled.

While performing the duties mentioned herein, employees will be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and equipment, fumes, and/or airborne particulate such as nuisance dust.

The employee will frequently be required to work in controlled environments where gowns, hairnets, and beard and shoe covers will be provided and must be worn.

The employee may occasionally work in areas with hazardous (flammable, acidic, or caustic chemicals), vibrations, and/or loud noises where eye, ear, or other personal protection must be worn. Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided (at no cost to the employee) in any area requiring mitigation or protection.

The employee must occasionally lift and carry for limited distances, up to 50 pounds using both arms/hands. Ability to see clearly at distances of 12-18” is required and may necessitate the use of corrective lenses. Typical physical functions such as sitting, standing, using of hands and fingers, reaching with hands and arms under load, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling may be required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, PTO, Holiday’s & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance.

You can find more on our Careers Website – Employee Benefit Transparency

At Bravida Medical, we are redefining what’s possible in wound care and infection prevention, with a portfolio of transformative products and technologies that are clinically proven to deliver uncompromising freedom and protection. Our values are the essential principles that drive and motivate us, setting the stage for how we treat our clients and each other. Our four core values are Act with Compassion and Integrity, Own Your Impact, Feel the Urgency, and Be a Champion.

Bravida Medical is a purpose-driven company, privately held and (PE) Private Equity backed by Mountaingate Capital. Headquartered in Geneva, IL with both US (FL & TN) and Saudi Arabia locations.

Learn more about us at https://bravidamedical.com/us/careers/

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bravida Medical believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. Bravida Medical does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of the following actual or perceived characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, AIDS or HIV status, order of protection status, marital status, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons in all aspect of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefit programs, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

All different, committed to caring. As a healthcare company we value the diversity of our employees as a genuine strength. Our organization brings together people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds – all with different skills, experiences and viewpoints to provide compassionate care for our customers. Diversity embodies all the differences that make us unique individuals. It is not limited to gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or any other characteristic protected under law. We promote an inclusive work environment, guided by mutual respect, compassion and the spirit of trust and cooperation, to be a solution-oriented company with a commitment to caring. The diversity of our employees mirrors the diversity of our customers, suppliers and investors. It enables us to deliver innovative products and compassionate service. We believe that everyone at Bravida Medical can contribute to our joint success. Being all different, together we are stronger.