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Lead Operator / Assembler - Medical Device Manufacturing
West Charlotte | Full-Time | Onsite
Help Build the First U.S. Manufacturing Operation!
A growing global manufacturer of precision medical devices is establishing its first U.S. manufacturing facility in the Charlotte area and is looking for a Lead Operator / Assembler (Technical Leader) to join the Site Manager as one of the core members of the production team.
This is an opportunity to do more than assemble products. You'll help build a manufacturing operation from the ground up. Working closely with Manufacturing Leadership, you'll help establish production processes, train future team members, improve workflows, and contribute to a culture centered on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
If you enjoy precision work, solving problems, and making a lasting impact within a growing manufacturing organization, we'd like to talk with you.
What You'll Do
- Assemble precision mechanical and electromechanical products while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
- Support the launch of new production processes and manufacturing operations.
- Help establish standardized work instructions and best manufacturing practices.
- Troubleshoot assembly issues and identify opportunities for process improvements.
- Train and mentor new operators as production expands.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to improve safety, efficiency, and product quality.
- Maintain production documentation and ensure compliance with established quality procedures.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe manufacturing environment.
What We're Looking For
- 5 years of manufacturing, assembly, or production experience.
- Experience with precision mechanical, electromechanical, medical device, electronics, aerospace, optics, or similar manufacturing preferred.
- Education in engineering or technical degree obtained.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Comfortable reading work instructions, drawings, and assembly documentation.
- Experience using hand tools, fixtures, gauges, or measuring equipment.
- A collaborative, hands-on mindset with a willingness to learn and help others succeed.
Ideal Background
We're especially interested in professionals from industries such as:
- Medical Device Manufacturing
- Electronics Assembly
- Precision Manufacturing
- Aerospace Manufacturing
- Optical Manufacturing
- Scientific Instrument Manufacturing
- Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Advanced Manufacturing
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
- Help launch a brand-new U.S. manufacturing operation.
- Be part of a small, collaborative team where your ideas matter.
- Opportunity to influence manufacturing processes from day one.
- Clear career growth as the organization expands.
- Stable full-time opportunity with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
- Work alongside experienced technical and manufacturing leadership while developing new skills.
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000