Machine Operator Job at Edwards Lifesciences

Edwards Lifesciences Irvine, CA

Set-up and run a variety of types of machinery in the manufacturing process, in keeping with SOPs and established production schedule.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Set-up, load materials, and run a wide variety of manufacturing equipment to produce device components and/or sterilize finished products, including equipment set-up and/or in-process adjustments to ensure appropriate settings and parameters, including modifying parameters to achieve desired output, to achieve product design and quality specifications. May be a resource to entry level operators providing information and guidance as requested and needed
  • Perform inspections of machinery and output to ensure the processes are being executed in conformance with production specifications, and maintaining a stable and effective process
  • Review, follow and perform job functions in compliance with established work instructions and adherence with SOPs, which may include recording traceable information on device history records and/or enter information into JDE.
  • Self-inspection of work output, including making basic corrections in machine set-up and placement of tools in machines
  • May select and utilize a wide variety of equipment, tooling, and/or fixtures associated with assigned operation/task.
  • Troubleshoot operations equipment and escalate issues
  • Ensure automated recording of parameters throughout the process for input into device history record.
  • On time arrival to work, regular attendance without excessive absenteeism, and working a full 8 hour or longer work period
  • Other incidental duties: General work area housekeeping
Education and Experience:
H.S. Diploma or equivalent Preferred
2 years related experience in using similar machinery Required

Additional Skills:
  • Good communication skills
  • Work in a Team environment, primarily with departmental colleagues and supervisor, exchanging information related to performing required tasks; and open to receiving and giving team performance feedback
  • Able to read, comprehend, and speak English
  • Basic computer skills, required
  • Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
  • Strict attention to detail
  • Proven ability to complete, retain, and incorporate training coursework in the performance of new and advanced work procedures
  • Must be able to work with minimum supervision by following detailed operating manufacturing instructions
  • Ability to use a wide variety of manufacturing equipment for multiple machine operations and fixtures, including ability to determine and make parameter adjustments
  • Good level of understanding of manufacturing procedures
  • Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
  • Candidate will be required to pass basic English skills assessment
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $37,000 to $50,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).

About Edwards Lifesciences

Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease, as well as critical care and surgical monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company collaborates with the world’s leading clinicians and researchers to address unmet healthcare needs, working to improve patient outcomes and enhance lives. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Edwards Lifesciences has extensive operations in North America, Europe, Japan, Latin America and Asia and currently employs over 13,000 individuals worldwide.

For us, helping patients is not a slogan - it’s our life’s work. From developing devices that replace or repair a diseased heart valve to creating new technologies that monitor vital signs in the critical care setting, we focus on helping patients regain and improve the quality of their life.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In countries where vaccines are less available, or other requirements exist, we may institute alternate measures that optimize patient safety and healthcare provider safety, which may include regular COVID testing or specific masking requirements.

For United States Applicants Only:
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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