Production Operator Assembler - 4th shift
Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies · Dassel, MN, US · United States · On-site
Posted Sep 21, 2026
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Overview
About Cretex Medical
Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.
Position Summary:
Perform visual and/or dimensional inspection using microscopes, gauges, calipers, or other measurement tools, as required.
Complete required documentation such as production records, quality checks, setup sheets, and history records.
Handle and work with cleaning chemicals such as isopropyl alcohol, detergents, or solvents when needed.
Maintain an organized, clean work area following 5S expectations.
Participate in required training and company meetings.
Read, understand, and follow work instructions, standard work, and applicable quality/ISO/cGMP requirements.
Crosstrain across manufacturing areas.
Support and comply with the Quality System, ISO, and medical device regulatory requirements.
Communicate issues with materials, equipment, or processes promptly.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Assembly Responsibilities
Inspect, assemble, and/or package components and medical devices per customer specifications.
Operate hand tools and basic manual equipment used in the assembly process.
Use sealing equipment such as tray, band, or impulse sealers.
Perform labeling, packaging, and final presentation of product.
Production Operations Responsibilities
Operate production equipment or machines per work instructions, ensuring correct materials, tooling, programs, and processes are used.
Monitor production processes, part quality, and machine performance.
Perform basic preventive or operator-level machine checks (e.g., cleanliness, safe operation).
Secondary Operations Responsibilities
Perform secondary operations such as trimming, deburring, cleaning, laser marking, laser welding and/or finishing of components.
Operate designated secondary equipment or simple mechanical devices.
Inspect and verify part conformance after secondary operations.
Use basic measurement tools to ensure accuracy (gauge pins, calipers, tape measures).
*Shift schedule is Friday-Saturday-Sunday 6am to 6:30pm*
Responsibilities
Operate production equipment to produce component parts from work instructions and prints ensuring correct material, tooling, processes, programs, chemical handling in certain areas and forms are being used
Use microscope or visual equipment on a regular basis to visually inspect parts
Inspect and monitor the quality of the parts produced per visual and dimensional requirements
Know and understand the Quality Management System (QMS), ISO and ensure requirements are met
Complete job-related paperwork to include quality history records, setup sheets, checklists and process rate charts
Accurately record and report quantities, process parameters,…