About rms

rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more at www.rmsmachining.com and www.cretexmedical.com.

Position summary

The Engineering Technician II will work alongside Manufacturing Engineers supporting technical operations in a high-volume medical device contract manufacturing facility. This person is directly responsible for assembling prototypes, executing test protocols, documenting results, evaluating new manufacturing process instructions, and providing feedback to the engineering and manufacturing teams. This position will also assist with developing and maintaining tooling and fixtures. 

Shift: 1st Shift  Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

Engineering Tech II Duties & Responsibilities

• First point of contact for technical support escalation for operations
• Provide assembly process feedback to the engineering team
• Responsible to monitor, inspect, setup, calibrate, and maintain manufacturing process equipment
• Research and identify manufacturing or engineering solutions
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including but not limited to, machining, injection molding, laser processing, stamping, or packaging
• Assist engineers as they create, modify, and test products and processes
• Inspect products and processes for flaws and identify areas of improvement
• Conduct tests and collect data in support of validation activities
• Utilize and uses computer-aided design and drafting software
• Develops production drawings for manufacturing
• Reads and complies with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists
• Enters production information into the ERP system on a timely basis
• Generate ECO/DCO and process documentation changes related to manufacturing changes, such as work instruction changes, print changes, documentation updates, etc.
• Perform equipment set-ups as required
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Partner with other business segments:  sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance

Engineering Tech II Positon Requirements

• 3 years of experience working as an engineering technician
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices & Quality Systems Regulations is desirable
• Medical product experience
• Must have good communication and documentation skills
• Must have problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Working knowledge of CAD software platforms AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Pro-E experience is desired.
• Ability to cross train in other areas of production when required
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills

Engineering Tech II Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Associate Degree in Engineering
• Chemical processing experience
• Laser marking experience

rms Company Benefits

As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

• Onsite Clinic
• Paid Parental Leave
• Monthly Social Events
• Annual Employee Appreciation Week
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process.  Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees. 

20+hours:

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week. 

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. 

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.  

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.