Surgical Instrument Technician

About Us:

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team! What's the role? The Surgical Instrument Finishing Technician is responsible for performing precision finishing and preparation work on surgical instruments to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. This role requires the use of microscopes, precision measuring tools, and advanced metalworking techniques such as filing, polishing, bending, and shaping. The technician works closely with Quality Control, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure products meet exact specifications, tight tolerances, and customer expectations in a regulated manufacturing environment. Sound Interesting? Here's what you'll do: Perform precision finishing and preparation of surgical instruments under a microscope Use advanced hand-finishing techniques including filing, polishing, bending, shaping, and deburring Trim coating and remove adhesives from forceps and other surgical instruments according to specifications Polish instruments to remove machine and file marks while preserving protective coatings Shape forceps tips and components to match approved master samples and engineering specifications Utilize precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to maintain tolerances as low as +/-.002" Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications Rework rejected parts from Quality Control to ensure compliance with quality standards Maintain accurate production records including outputs, scrap, and inventory tracking Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality Control, Engineering, Product Management, and Packaging Follow established Lean Manufacturing and 5S procedures to maintain workflow efficiency and organization Meet established productivity, quality, and time standards Support continuous improvement initiatives and perform additional duties as assigned by management Do you qualify? High School Diploma or GED preferred 1-3 years' experience in manufacturing environment Preferred surgical instrument manufacturing environment Assessment of skills will be part of the training process Ability to follow verbal and written manufacturing procedures Excellent hand-eye coordination We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS! Medical Vision Dental 401k Matching Employee Assistance Programs Vacation and sick pay The list goes on! The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Maria Khalil Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends). Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That's just what our employees are doing every single day - in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the

Carl Zeiss Foundation:

to bring science and society into the future together. Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow. Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity. Apply now! It takes less than 10 minutes.