Talascend is currently seeking a Production Associate for a contract opportunity with our client in Phoenix, Arizona.
Overview
This role involves supporting manufacturing and assembly operations, performing quality checks, and maintaining accurate documentation in a controlled environment. The position requires handling small, delicate parts and working in a second-shift schedule.
Responsibilities
- Read and follow work procedures and schematics or receive verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed with limited supervision.
- Maintain accurate records of the work performed and other reports as required by management.
- Perform manufacturing/assembly operations on multiple product lines following procedures, bills of materials, work instructions, and process aid sheets.
- Maintain daily production output.
- Participate in and communicate improvements for safety, health, and environmental practices.
- Participate in quality control inspections when required.
- Work with team leads, engineers, supervisors, and managers to improve quality and process efficiency.
- Provide support in the development and testing of new products, methods, tools, and test equipment.
- Set up equipment and perform first piece inspections to ensure quality levels.
- Conduct ongoing quality checks, record data, and report discrepancies promptly.
- Monitor machine and process variables, take corrective actions, and report negative conditions.
- Interface with electronic quality, production, and documentation systems accurately.
- Complete activities to deliver finished parts that meet quality standards on time.
- Comply with all EHS and quality policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to learn packaging and small part assembly
- Proficiency with computer programs like Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to interpret written technical information
- Demonstrated attention to detail and quality-minded work habits
- Ability to learn multiple product lines
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
- Ability to handle small, delicate parts such as lamination and bonding layers using epoxy
- Ability to multi-task and handle tooling weighing 25 lbs. or less
- Comfortable handling chemicals like IPA, acetone, and epoxies
- Ability to operate a microscope for job-related tasks
- Demonstrated ability to perform the duties of this position through relevant experience, training, or education.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience
- Experience in creating and reviewing test documents
- Experience in semiconductor device and product manufacturing
- Experience in testing products for safety and quality assurance standards
- Experience working in a medical or other regulated environment
- Electronic assembly knowledge, including soldering technologies and processes
- Knowledge of metal fabrication, machining, or molding processes
- Experience working within a clean room or controlled environment
- Medical device manufacturing experience
- Machining experience such as dicing or grinding
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.