Technician II

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Technician II with our medical device client in Minneapolis, MN. This is a 12-month contract with a potential for extension.Pay: $25.00 - $30.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.Description:The primary focus of this position will be Mechanical & Electrical testing of CRM and NEURO division’s products. This may include packaging testing, mechanical, and electrical testing of leads, pacemakers, defibrillators, loop recorders. Testing is focused on subjecting our devices to a wide variety of exposures (environmental, fatigue, implant procedures, electrical, electromagnetic) and ensuring designs are robust and meet specifications.Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:Ensure conformance to test plans, work instructions, and industry standards for execution and use of drop, shock and vibe systems, environmental chambers, Instron, electrical test systems and equipment, multimeters, generators, oscilloscopes, etc.Prepare, set up, troubleshoot, and utilize test instrumentation and complex test set-ups.Plan test schedules to manage priorities, maximize equipment run time, and technician time.Communicate with management and customers on the estimated start date, status of work in progress, issues, observations, potential disruptions, and competing priorities.Work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and as an individual.Lead and collaborate on projects, including performing complex tests and providing updates to the broader teams and/or customers.Proficiency with computer skills, Microsoft Word and Excel for data collection and documenting processes.Proficient in adhering to industry, company, and department policies.Ability to read and follow all processes related to testing.Good communication, interpersonal and technical writing skills; communicate and document results clearly and accurately.Participate in internal and external audits.Work is 100% onsite in facility located in Fridley, MNOn rare occasions, perform offsite testing which may occur overnight or weekends.HS Diploma/GED requiredIdeal Candidate will:2+ years testing background on medical devices a plus but not requiredCompleted vocational or technical educationMotivated to learn, work, and be part of a high functioning teamWork as a team member and support multiple projects and responsibilitiesPay close adherence to work instructions, policies, procedures, and good documentation practicesKnowledge of FDA regulations and ISO/IEC 17025, as well as working in a regulated environmentMechanical, Electrical, and EMC testing experienceDemonstrate safe work practices, for example ICD handling and high voltage testsSolder and assembly experienceFamiliar with calibration and metrology services and supportWorking knowledge of Test Method Validations / Install QualificationsResponsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and/or optical areas.Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems.Works from schematics, engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format.Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions.TECHNICIAN SUPPORT CAREER STREAM:Provides technical support in areas such as production, operations, maintenance, safety, testing, process improvement or product development.Uses schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions or defined plans to perform testing and troubleshooting on electronic or mechanical components, equipment or systems.Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data using established formulae and procedures, and performs detailed mathematical calculations.For higher levels, may suggest and/or make improvements to optimize work processes.DIFFERENTIATING FACTORS Autonomy:Established and productive individual contributor, working under moderate supervision.Performs tests, interprets data and develops reports.Organizational Impact: Performs intermediate technical activities requiring judgment and decisionmaking. Work consists of technical tasks that are typically routine.Innovation and Complexity: Technical problems faced are generally routine, but may require interpretation of procedures or policies to resolve problems. May be required to highlight areas of concerns/problems in own job area.Communication and Influence: Communicates typically with internal contact. Obtains and provides technical information requiring some explanation or interpretation.Leadership and Talent Management: May provide guidance and assistance to new or entry level employees.Required Knowledge and Experience:Requires basic job knowledge of systems, techniques and procedures obtained through prior work experience or education.Requires minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; may require vocational or technical education or certification in addition to prior work experience.Top 3 skills sets required:Follow written guidanceWillingness to learn and function on a teamSome test experience, electrical testing a plus3main responsibilities/day to day activities required for this role:Testing and Data CollectionTarget years of experience:0-10+ yearsPrimary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at info@primarytalentpartners.com#PTPJobs