JOB DESCRIPTION:Thoratec Switzerland GmbH is a part of Abbott Laboratories, one of the world's leading manufacturers of medical devices. We are the global market leader for implantable and extracorporeal blood pumps based on magnetic levitation technology. Our life-saving systems, which we develop and manufacture in Zurich, are used for acute and long-term therapy in patients with severe heart diseases.Our location in the city of Zurich has around 130 employees in the areas of development and production of the CentriMag system and the HeartMate 3 motor. Currently we are looking for:Production OperatorThe open position is within the Manufacturing – CentriMag team. This team manufactures the CentriMag system consisting of motor, console, monitor, pump and accessories. This is done with manual assembly steps, semi-automated testing steps, and packaging of the products.In This Function You WillWork under limited supervisionSet-up, calibrate and operate machines and equipment following production schedules and quality standardsManually assemble and test the products following manufacturing procedures and Good Documentation Practice (GDP)Monitor production processes, troubleshoot and solve technical problems to minimize reject levelsWork with chemicalsWork in an electrostatic discharge (ESD) controlled areaWork in a cleanroom if requiredConduct cycle count and inventory countingContribute in daily meetings and continuous improvement and 5S initiativesDesired ProfileSchool DiplomaMinimum 2 years’ experienceGerman and English language skillsAbility to work in shift if requiredWe are looking for highly motivated person who would like to be part of our passionate team. Do you have what it takes? Then send us your application including motivation letter, curriculum vitae, letter of recommendation and diplomas today. We are looking forward to meeting you in the heart of Zurich!Please follow our Career site and check for available openings:The base pay for this position is N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY: ManufacturingDIVISION: HF Heart FailureLOCATION: Switzerland : Technoparkstrass 1 CH 8005ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT: StandardTRAVEL: NoMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable
