What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assembler position at GN Hearing Care Corporation?
This position assembles and inspects medical devices using work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Assemblers will regularly work with microscopes, hand tools, and/or small components requiring a high degree of dexterity and accuracy.
Essential Functions (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
- Create a layout for casers to follow.
- Wire and solder components.
- Prepare the hearing device for wiring and ensuring that all components will be placed correctly.
- Trim, sand, and buff hearing devices.
- Ensure the quality of the hearing devices through electro-acoustic testing.
- Program/reprogram devices as needed.
- Assemble mechanical and electrical parts using small hand tools.
- Use a high-speed burr and an ultrasonic cutter.
- Visually inspect hearing aids for signs of damage and functionality.
- Conduct listening checks.
- Work on the production line with consistent speed and accuracy
- Maintain accurate documentation and records with integrity.
- Interpret and input data into application-based data systems.
- Read, comprehend, and adhere to written work instructions, SOP’s, etc
- Follow verbal instructions from supervisors, group leaders, and trainers.
- Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and promote a safe work environment for all team members.
- Consistently meet attendance, quality, and productivity expectations.
- Accomplish other duties as required.
Competencies (Knowledge and Skills needed for this position.)
- Follow all written and verbal instructions.
- Read, Write, and Speaks English
- Great hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Use a microscope.
- Attention to detail and ability to work with a sense of urgency.
- Ability to adapt to/work in a dynamic workplace environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Be flexible to change to complete job functions and actively seek opportunities through flexing to achieve business objectives.
Desired Qualifications
Required Education:
- High School Diploma/GED Required
Preferred Education:
Experience:
- Hearing Aid Manufacturing experience preferred.
Travel:
Other:
Other Information
Direct reports:
None
Indirect reports:
None
Working Environment:
Our facility is in Bloomington, MN. The position will be working in the Operations area.
Physical Demands:
Able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
Able to lift 25 pounds by self and 50 pounds with a team lift. (i.e. Sitting, standing, lifting, bending, reaching, etc.)
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position working Monday – Friday. The daily hours are 8-10 hours per day.
Ability to work occasional weekends and holidays
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer
GN Hearing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to cultural diversity in the workplace. GN Hearing openly supports and is fully committed to the recruitment, training and promotion of all individuals, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, age, gender, maternity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance or any other classification protected by state, federal or local law or ordinance. Founded in 1869, GN group today operates in more than 90 countries across the world and has more than 6,000 employees. View The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement.
E-Verify
GN Hearing / ReSound participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify poster here. View the Right to Work poster here.
Disability Accommodation
If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail bloomington-humanresources@gnresound.com. This email is provided for the purpose of supporting applicants who have a disability that prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Emails left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.