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Cornelia, GA, US

Instrument Technician IV (1 of 2)-7221121012

Description

Medical Devices & Diagnostics Global Services, LLC., Global Supply Chain Organization is recruiting for a Instrument Technician to support the Ethicon Franchise. This position will initially be located in Cornelia, GA and eventually transition to Athens, GA.

Medical Devices & Diagnostics Global Services, LLC., represents more than 60 manufacturing sites and 26,000 employees who plan, source, manufacture and deliver high-quality and cost-effective medical products to our customers around the globe each day. Work of the MD&D SC supports a multitude of product platforms, new products and delivery systems that are used in a wide range of procedures throughout the healthcare industry, including interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, minimally invasive surgery, hospital sterilization, clinical laboratory testing, diabetes management, joint replacement surgery and vision care.

Ethicon, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson company, is a trusted, world-wide leader in surgical care. For over a century, Ethicon has continuously introduced innovations in wound closure, general surgery, wound management, women's health and urology and aesthetic medicine that fulfill the company's vision: Restoration of Body and of Life.

Specific responsibilities for the Instrument Technician will include the following;

Calibrate and maintain mechanical, pneumatic, chemical, electrical and electronic process controls and measurement instrumentation to approved procedures. Interpret, evaluate and document calibration test results. Generate Instrument Deviation Reports (IDR) for out of tolerance calibrations of process instrumentation and promptly notify the department facilitator and site instrument officer. Generate Notification Of Pending Calibration (NOPC) reports for missed calibration schedules and promptly notify the department facilitator and site instrument officer. Investigate, diagnose and correct measurement system problems. Maintain precise document of records and files that are subject to internal, corporate, federal and state audit / inspections. Maintain laboratory standards, equipment and supplies. Perform installation, tuning, and testing of new process controls and instruments. Provide sketches / redline drawings for changes made to equipment measurement systems. Provide support for and maintain relationship with internal customers. Use calibration standards and test equipment to perform assigned calibration work.

Develop and maintain calibration "Standard Service Procedures" (SSP) documents and database. Conduct and maintain measurement assurance "Cross Check" records on calibration standards. Coordinate calibration and repair activities with user department facilitators. Provide technical assistance to engineering groups for problem resolution and equipment design considerations for process control and measurement systems. Conduct user training for process and testing instrumentation as required.

Determine calibration measurement uncertainty values for new instrument applications (When/If Applicable.) Evaluate and disposition calibration service supplier's calibration reports. Lead investigation, troubleshooting, and corrective action activities for control and measurement system failures. Contact instrument manufacturers and external service groups for repair and calibration support. Identify calibration needs with justification and cost. Lead in the development / upgrade of calibration measurement systems. Lead, train, and develop technical skills for level 12 and 13 Instrument Technicians.

Provide support for plant emergencies. Keep equipment and work area clean and in a safe working condition. Document all equipment service activities and modifications in the Equipment Logbooks. Work with the engineering departments to arrange calibration scheduling for equipment qualifications. Work with user departments to arrange scheduling of equipment due calibration. Notify department facilitator and site instrument officer of calibration scheduling conflicts. Promptly complete all documentation upon completion of a calibration. Maintain computerized calibration history and scheduling database as required. Work with the site instrument officer in planning departmental budgetary needs for new / replacement equipment and operating supplies. Support engineering groups in equipment process control qualifications. Familiar with company procedure for the Instrument Calibration Program and complete all training requirements. Adhere to FDA quality and worldwide quality systems. Familiar with departmental JSA's (Job Safety Analysis) procedures and complete all training requirements. Familiar with company procedure for the OSHA Lockout / Tagout program and complete all training requirements. Familiar with company procedure for the OSHA Electrical Safety Related Work Practices (ESRWP) program and complete all training requirements. Support Manufacturing by identifying, evaluating, and offering solutions to process equipment related problems. Support the plant diversity process. Available to work overtime as required. Perform other work related duties as assigned by supervisor / facilitator. Participate in site's safety program. Knowledge of ISO 17025, International Standard of Testing and Calibration Laboratory Quality Systems. Certification in Calibration and/or Metrology is desirable.

Qualifications


High school diploma or equivalent is required. Minimum of 3 years job experience in servicing and calibrating precision measurement (laboratory) instrumentation, or process measurement instrumentation, or process control systems is required. Mathematical aptitude and skills (familiar with algebraic functions, decimals, fractions, percentages, unit conversions and tolerances) are required. Mechanical aptitude and skills are required. Diagnostic and logical problem solving skills are required. Writing and oral communications skills are required. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and legible penmanship are required. Working knowledge of PC Window based environments for word-processing and database management are required. Working knowledge in the principles of mechanical, pneumatic, chemical, electrical and electronic equipment is required. Working knowledge of industrial process sensors (temperature, pressure/vacuum, level, liquid/gas flow, moisture, pH, rotational/linear rates, etc.) is required.

Working knowledge in the Principles of Metrology is preferred. Working knowledge of calibration Standards and applications are required. Working knowledge in the use and application of general purpose and specialized test equipment (volt-ohm meters, frequency counters/generators, oscilloscopes, calibrators, etc) is preferred. Working knowledge of industry standard circuit testing techniques and practices are preferred. Interpretation and application skills for schematic diagrams are preferred. Interpretation and evaluation skills in analyzing measurement test results are preferred.

The following are also preferred; The ability to be self-directed and capable of determining needed resources in completing tasks with little or no supervision. The ability to be self-motivated and capable of taking a lead position in completing duties in a team environment. Good organizational skills to balance priorities with workload.

Must be willing and able to work in Cornelia, GA and eventually transition to Athens, GA.

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Primary Location:North America-United States-Georgia-Cornelia
Other Locations:North America-United States-Georgia-Athens
Organization: Ethicon Inc. (6045)