Penumbra, Inc. · 18 hours ago
Equipment Technician I - Day
Alameda, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $35/hr
1+ years expPenumbra is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. The Equipment Technician I is responsible for the setup and maintenance of manufacturing and test equipment, ensuring compliance with the company's Quality System while collaborating with other technicians and assisting in troubleshooting and validation processes.
Medical Device
Responsibilities
Perform and document maintenance activities, including preventative maintenance, on-demand maintenance, and non-standard repairs while following quality system procedures *
Collaborate with other technicians: assisting other technicians with performing on-demand maintenance and troubleshooting as needed. *
Perform on-demand maintenance and troubleshooting *
Equipment installation and validation: Install equipment and complete validation processes such as IQ/OQ (Installation Qualification/Operational Qualification) to ensure proper functionality. *
Utilize the spare parts system to maintain accurate inventory levels *
With the guidance of senior-level technicians, assist in solving equipment-related manufacturing problems. *
With the guidance of senior-level technicians and engineers, assist in solving equipment-related manufacturing problems. *
Assemble equipment and fixtures in accordance with documented prints *
Weekly overtime required as needed, including potential weekends, as permitted by law*
Participate in manufacturing line moves and equipment relocation*
Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures. *
Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company. *
Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures. *
Perform other work-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED with 1+ years of experience working in a medical device or in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency with Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments while handling various projects simultaneously
Must be available Monday to Friday, 6 am to 2:30 PM
Perform and document maintenance activities, including preventative maintenance, on-demand maintenance, and non-standard repairs while following quality system procedures
Collaborate with other technicians: assisting other technicians with performing on-demand maintenance and troubleshooting as needed
Perform on-demand maintenance and troubleshooting
Equipment installation and validation: Install equipment and complete validation processes such as IQ/OQ (Installation Qualification/Operational Qualification) to ensure proper functionality
Utilize the spare parts system to maintain accurate inventory levels
With the guidance of senior-level technicians, assist in solving equipment-related manufacturing problems
Assemble equipment and fixtures in accordance with documented prints
Weekly overtime required as needed, including potential weekends, as permitted by law
Participate in manufacturing line moves and equipment relocation
Adhere to the Company's Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures
Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company
Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures
Perform other work-related duties as assigned
General office, laboratory, and cleanroom environments
Willingness and ability to work on site
Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Requires some lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance
Requires occasional climbing on ladders up to 12 feet
Must be able to move between buildings and floors
Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day
Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets
Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed
Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis
Preferred
Background in medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industry experience desired
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Short and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with employer match
An employee stock purchase plan
Paid parental leave
Eleven paid company holidays per year
A minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure
Paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s)
Company
Penumbra, Inc.
Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam Elsesser
CEO
Frances Palmer-Smith
Chief Trust Officer
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