- About UNIPECUniversal Plastics & Engineering Company (UNIPEC), a UFP Technologies company, specializes in developing and manufacturing precision thermoformed and heat-sealed polymer components used primarily for shielding batteries in Class III implantable medical devices. UFP Technologies, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
- 401K with a matching contribution
- Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee discounts and much more!
Location: Rockville, MD
Summary:
This role supports Machinist and Manufacturing by assisting with product validation, tooling and equipment setup, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and gauge/device management. The ideal candidate is hands on, detail oriented, and eager to contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support Engineering with troubleshooting of product and process difficulties.
- Resolve tooling, equipment, and process parameter issues to support Manufacturing.
- Perform preventative maintenance work orders for all tooling and equipment.
- Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment to ensure safe and efficient production.
- Document and Maintain Lockout/Tagout procedures and occurrences.
- Perform Job Hazard Analyses for all manufacturing equipment in compliance with Company safety requirements.
- Independently set up and take down thermoforming presses.
- Actively assist with Quality Control functions on the manufacturing floor.
- Prepare logistics documentation and ship finished parts
- Document and maintain production data, quality checks, and equipment logs.
- Actively guide machine operators on procedures and best practice on a regular basis.
- Proactively participate in creating and implementing shop improvements regarding efficiency and workflow processes.
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
Qualification Requirements:
- High School diploma, GED, or Vocational School required.
- At least two years of experience with tools and measurement devices is preferred.
- Hands‑on use of common hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, etc.).
- Hands‑on use of measurement devices (micrometers, calipers, etc.).
- Ability to read engineering drawings and documentation.
- Ability to read and write simple work instructions and equipment procedures.
- Experience with Quality and Safety standards in a Manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication skills in English (read, write, and speak clearly).
UFP Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
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