Associate, Production Support

About Us:

Machine Solutions is the premier provider of advanced equipment and services for the medical device, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-collection industries. We support our customers’ needs and growth by delivering quality and value through a wide breadth of products. Machine Solutions provides proprietary mechanical solutions to a variety of complex process, testing and device design challenges. Our equipment has become the industry standard for stent crimping, balloon catheter pleating and folding, catheter braiding and medical device manufacturing applications. As a pioneer in radio frequency technology, the company has continued to develop advancing technology for thermal forming, molding and welding plastic for medical manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-processing applications. Our experienced team of engineers has been instrumental in automating manual processes that enable our customers to increase production volumes and profit margins, and we believe in providing a superior customer experience by designating resources to a dedicated aftermarket team that is always ready to provide technical service and process support. Machine Solutions is privately owned by BW Forsyth Partners, a Barry-Wehmiller company.

 

BW Forsyth Partners is the investment arm of multibillion-dollar global manufacturing and engineering consulting firm Barry-Wehmiller. Established in 2009, BW Forsyth Partners blends Barry-Wehmiller’s unparalleled legacy of value creation and people-centric culture development with keen investing experience to help companies realize their true potential. With a focus limited to areas known well, BW Forsyth Partners seeks to partner with leadership teams to acquire small- to middle-market companies in the capital and component equipment, and professional services sectors. In each of our operating companies, BW Forsyth Partners deploys operational improvements and strategy development without compromising the autonomy, strategic vision and entrepreneurial spirit of their leadership teams.

 

Job Description:

DEPARTMENT: R&D Lab       

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Employee will be able to demonstrate proper operation of the R&D Lab winding machines including all the different types of bobbins for different carrier applications. Will primarily focus on large contract winding jobs that require traverse adjustments during the run time of the machine. Also responsible for the complete and proper packaging of the finished product per customer request.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Entry-level shop/field position typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience. Work is closely supervised and follows standard routines or procedures.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operation of R&D Lab winding machines
• Packaging of finished product
• Assemble/modify braiding machine carriers
• Assist Lab technicians with braiding machine set up if needed.
• Other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

· To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

· High school graduate or equivalent

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

· Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, shipping orders, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, auditors and other employees of the organization.

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

· Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

 

REASONING ABILITY

· Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee frequently is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, keyboards, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel or crouch.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

· Operate office machines, such as calculators, photocopy machines, and computers.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate will occasionally work near electrical and mechanical equipment, where the understanding and use of safety procedures and equipment is required.

 

 

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

 

Company:

Machine Solutions, Inc.