Technician II
Careers that Change Lives
We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result — and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive.
A Day in the Life:
Medtronic’s Santa Ana, CA location is looking for a Technician II whose primary responsibility will be providing support of new product development and the work of engineers and senior technicians by building prototypes, testing product, developing fixtures, and collaborating on problem investigations.
This position requires expert ability of precision sewing. Prior experience in textile, medical, or other field that demonstrates this ability is required. This position performs a variety of non-routine tasks involving mechanical, electrical, chemical, electronic, and optical subject matter. It will involve using schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, or defined plans to perform testing and troubleshooting on electronic or mechanical components, equipment, or systems.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
- Must be able to perform complex sewing of medical device components under a microscope.
- Able to create device prototypes with established, written instructions and comply with the procedures.
- Able to create device prototypes with minimal documentation and basic instruction or concept description.
- Works from schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions.
- Operates related equipment; conducts inspections or tests and reports data in a prescribed format.
- Prepares prescribed compounds and solutions.
- Has great attention to detail.
- Communicates well with other technicians who are involved in prototyping and testing and with engineers who manage the work.
Must Have – Minimum Qualifications
Requires minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; may require vocational or technical education or certification in addition to prior work experience.
High School Diploma or GED is required.
Nice to Have
- Associate degree in a technical program or other technical training/certification
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or R&D environment (preferably medical device related)
- Proficient with Windows applications: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Solid technical aptitude and familiarity with tooling and fixtures
- Change management and technical documentation experience
- Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision
- Prior experience in sewing medical devices
- Prior experience with natural materials (i.e. tissue)
About Medtronic
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.
We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.
Physical Job Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)
