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Production Machine Operator

Bethel, CT 06801

Posted: 03/21/2025 Employment Type: Contract To Hire Industry: Manufacturing Job Number: 42990 Pay Rate: 28.00

Job Description

The Panther Group has an immediate need for a Lightspeed Technician at a leading medical device manufacturer in Bethel, CT. 

The Lightspeed Technician will be primarily responsible for assisting Application Development Engineers and Senior Application Development Technicians in demonstrating process feasibility and meeting quality specifications on Lightspeed ADL projects. Assist in transitioning Lightspeed ADL projects to production through the PReP process in a small team and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform equipment setup, part production, and maintenance of company technology for existing product
  • Perform equipment setup for basic projects under Engineering direction and guidance
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision, taking responsibility to complete assigned tasks
  • Complete job-related paperwork according to quality and setup procedures
  • Utilize applicable inspection equipment to perform tight tolerance visual inspection of Lightspeed product
  • Read and interpret print specifications on Lightspeed projects, ensure all required visual and geometric measurements are taken and documented per Quality Systems requirements
  • Seeks continuous self-improvement, open and willing to accept constructive criticism
  • Ability to communicate with and instruct technicians and production operators on how to perform a manufacturing process
  • Ability to adapt quickly and positively to changing priorities and processes
  • Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or Equivalent
  • Ability to create job related documentation for quality purposes
  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings per GD&T system
  • Proficient with the use of optical inspection equipment. This may be defined as a magnifier, microscope, and/or equipment used for measuring capacity
Soft Skills:
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with high precision manufacturing equipment (Laser Systems, CNC Machines, Grinding Machines, Tube Drawing Machines... etc.)
  • Ability to apply software used on high precision manufacturing equipment (G-code, C++, VBA, Various Equipment Specific GUIs… etc.)
  • Familiarity with ISO certified Quality Systems, particularly in medical device manufacturing
  • Basic understanding of materials science and materials properties, especially for common medical device materials (Nitinol, Stainless Steels, Titanium & other metals, Medical Polymers and Ceramics)
  • Ability to create and troubleshoot programs for inspection devices and other auxiliary equipment
  • Ability to generate drawings and models with 2D & 3D software using GD&T
Physical Demands:
  • Standing and walking for short periods of time.
  • Ability to use a microscope, including manipulating small objects under a microscope

Meet Your Recruiter

Amanda Krafcik

Amanda is a Client Success Manager and has 10+ years of experience in the staffing industry.   She focuses on finding the best talent for our clients and is a passionate team player.   Fun fact:  Amanda loves movies and is always watching them or talking about them on podcasts.  

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