Machine Operator (Salt Lake City)

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is a global leader in structural heart innovation, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team improves patient outcomes and works toward lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. The Associate Machine Operator role is a career opportunity that could be your next step.

Pay and Schedule

Pay rate: $19.50/hour. Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 4:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with possible overtime on Friday.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision plans from day 1
• 3 weeks vacation
• 2 weeks paid sick leave
• 12 paid holidays
• Annual bonus
• Education reimbursement
• Employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k) with matching
• 18 weeks maternity leave paid at 100%
• 12 weeks paternity leave paid at 100%

How You Will Make an Impact

• Set up equipment, load materials, and run manufacturing processes to make device components and/or sterilize finished Metals products.
• Follow work instructions and SOPs. Record required, traceable information on device history records and/or enter data into the Manufacturing Execution System (MES), including equipment uptime and reasons for downtime.
• Check that equipment is ready before starting, and make in-process adjustments within approved settings and process parameters to meet quality requirements.
• Inspect equipment and Metals products during production to confirm the process stays in control and parts meet specifications.
• Capture process parameters (manually or automatically, as required) so they can be included in the device history record.
• Perform basic operator equipment care and maintenance per standards. Take action or escalate when equipment does not meet the standard.
• Select and use the correct tools, fixtures, and equipment for the assigned operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues. Escalate problems to the Lead, Supervisor or Engineering as needed.
• Handle, mix, and use chemicals as required for the process (if applicable). Use required PPE and follow all chemical safety and handling procedures.
• Operate laser equipment (if assigned) and follow all laser safety rules.

Requirements

• You must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English, due to the specific duties of this job.
• Some previous experience using similar machinery is preferred.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic computer skills are preferred.
• Ability to use automated inspection and/or vision systems, and inspection and measuring tools (for example: magnifier, microscope, or other measurement tools).
• Basic understanding of manufacturing procedures or another regulated environment (ISO 13485 and/or GMP).
• Achieve quality standards.
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health and Safety rules) and take adequate control measures to prevent injuries to yourself and others, and to protect the environment and prevent pollution within your span of control.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.