Manufacturing Technician
Sartorius · Ann Arbor, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Pharma & life sciences
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Sartorius (pharma & life sciences) in Ann Arbor, MI. You will be responsible for supporting assembly, Problem Solving and in-line testing of Manufacturing operations as well as assembling, testing electronic, optical and mechanical sub-systems in the requested quantity, quality and time limit based on the.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Value stream mapping
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 26 other live manufacturing postings in Michigan.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 59%
- CNC 48%
- Team leadership 44%
- Machining 37%
- Robotics 30%
- EHS / safety 26%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Value stream mapping, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
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This plant: Sartorius in Ann Arbor
1 other open role at this site.
- Manufacturing Operations Engineer - Ann Arbor, MI · Production
Full description from SartoriusAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Supports manufacturing operations within the Manufacturing Department as defined by Production Team Lead and Value Stream Manager.
- ◆Troubleshoot process & equipment problems promptly to minimize Manufacturing downtime.
- ◆Assemble products to support Manufacturing Assembly teams in order to achieve daily production rates given by the Production Manager.
- ◆Problem Solve issues with complex instruments - at times with little to no written instruction or reference materials.
- ◆Realize and control all his/her/their production operations with the requested quality, while respecting performance constraints and
requirements
(safety, security and environment)
- ✓Know and follow the safety rules related to equipment and people
- ✓Report with rigor and precision of their production to the shift leader / team leader
- ✓Ensure the cleanliness and permanent storage of the work environment
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As the Manufacturing Technician, you will be responsible for supporting assembly, Problem Solving and in-line testing of Manufacturing operations as well as assembling, testing electronic, optical and mechanical sub-systems in the requested quantity, quality and time limit based on the orientations set by the Production Team Lead and/or Value Stream Manager.
This is an onsite role.
Grow with Us - Your
What Will Convince Us
- •High school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
- •2+ years of experience in a manufacturing position, including:
- •Assembling complex mechanical or electronic systems
- •Troubleshooting and testing systems.
- •Providing detailed examples of actually problem-solving scenarios.
- •Configuring/installing software for new assembly setups
- •Strong ability to interpret technical documentation and perform basic calculations
- •Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- •Excellent computer literacy and technical aptitude
- •Knowledge of materials, products, equipment and associated processes
- •Excellent knowledge of quality, safety, security and environment standards & procedures
We Value
- •Experience in transmitting scope of work to Production Manager
- •Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate instructions to other team members.
- •Highly effective interpersonal skills and able to work in a team environment - team spirit.
- •Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment
What We Offer
As a growing global life science company, with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX , Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as “Coaching”, “Agile Working” and a “Businesswomen’s Network”
Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs.
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.
Retirement Savings Plan: 401k (with generous company match)
Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account
Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women’s Health, Health Advocate
Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by e-mail at accommodationrequest@sartorius.com.
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About Sartorius
Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.
We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.
Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
www.sartorius.com/careers