Technician I - Medical Devices
- Location
- Santa Barbara, CA, US
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Requisition ID : 65853
Title : Technician I - Medical Devices
Salary Range: Salary Minimum: $20.70/hr
Salary Maximum: $35.75/hr
Arthrex is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. We’re seeking a skilled Technician I to build high-quality medical devices, including advanced video camera and electro-mechanical products, in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll assemble intricate electrical, optical, and mechanical components, follow detailed work instructions and documentation requirements, maintain material traceability, and ensure products meet strict quality standards. The ideal candidate has strong manual dexterity, experience with electro-mechanical assembly, and the ability to work across multiple production lines while adapting to changing priorities. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in precision, teamwork, and contributing to the manufacture of innovative medical devices that improve patient care worldwide. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manufactures electro-mechanical and video camera medical products to specified work orders. Follows work instructions and standard operating procedures. Inspects own work as well as the work of others.
- Performs daily cleaning of the work area and initiates “Area Clearance” to maintain material traceability at the workstation.
- Performs tasks such as but are not limited to installing circuit boards, electronic components, product labels, cables, wire harnesses, optics cleaning, mounting, and assembling intricate optical, electrical, and mechanical components using mechanical fasteners and adhesives.
- Making decisions in fitting and adjustment of parts within established guidelines to achieve the required specifications.
- Verify that correct material is used per the Work Order and Device History Records, Travelers, and Forms are filled out completely, ensuring (GDP) Good Documentation Practices.
- May perform Preventive Maintenance of equipment within the department as required by PM Schedule.
- Ability to work on multiple process steps or lines, adjusting and reprioritizing work as necessary.
- Responsible for accessing and following packaging and work instructions from PLM and Document management systems based on product structure requirements.
- Participate in required company training activities related to products and processes supporting medical device manufacturing.
- Maintain and follow electrostatic discharge (ESD) work environment procedures
- May work on assignments such as R&D and V&V buildings requiring judgment and collaboration in resolving issues.
- Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.
- Ability to communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management
Skills/Abilities:
- Good manual dexterity in assembling electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Cross-trained employees are given the opportunity to perform various tasks throughout the day at multiple workstations or different product lines.
Education/Experience:
- A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- 2 years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly is required. Medical device industry preferred.
- Experience working in a team-oriented, “one piece flow” manufacturing environment preferred.
Arthrex Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
- Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Annual Bonus
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Free Onsite Lunch
- Gym Reimbursement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Trip of a Lifetime
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Leave
- Volunteer PTO
- Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
From Arthrex Software Engineering's careers page (Company careers page), checked 30 Oct 2026.
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Posted 20 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job