What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator position at OCULUS Surgical Inc?
Company Overview
- OCULUS is a family-owned medical device company founded and headquartered in Germany over 125 years ago. Since then, the company has expanded globally and was established in the USA more than 20 years ago. Our team of professionals takes pride in providing high quality products, comprehensive product education, and exceptional customer service to doctors and their staff. Join us to contribute to an evolving health-care organization dedicated to enabling eye care practitioners to preserve vision.
- Location: Port St. Lucie, FL United States
- Position Type: Full-time
- Website: https://www.oculussurgical.com/
Job Purpose
- The EQUIPMENT OPERATOR is responsible for assembling, inspecting, testing, packaging, and documenting medical devices in accordance with company procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. This position supports daily production goals while maintaining compliance with FDA regulations, ISO standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Duties Include
- Assemble medical devices and components according to work instructions and specifications
- Operate manufacturing equipment, tools, and machinery safely and efficiently
- Perform visual inspections and quality checks on products and materials
- Complete production documentation accurately and in a timely manner
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and safety guidelines
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including cleanroom protocols if applicable
- Identify and report product defects, equipment issues, or process deviations to supervisors
- Package and label finished products according to company and customer requirements
- Meet daily production schedules and productivity goals
- Participate in training programs and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and company quality standards
Experience and Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Previous manufacturing or assembly experience preferred
- Ability to follow written instructions and procedures
- Medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated industry experience is a plus
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Vanguard 401(k) with company match up to 4%
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Company holidays (9)
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Ability to stand /sit for extended periods of time
- Frequent use of hands and tools for assembly tasks
- Ability to bend, reach, squat to reach parts on a bottom rack, and perform repetitive motions
- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as applicable
Scope and changes
- The job description is not intended to cover every single requirement of the job and that the company reserves the right to change job duties at any time.