Production Operator

Company Overview

Headquartered in suburban Atlanta, Georgia, Artivion, Inc. specializes in developing innovative medical devices aimed at addressing challenging cardiac and vascular conditions. Our Austin facility houses a diverse team dedicated to producing the On-X Mechanical Heart Valves. With over 1,400 employees globally and manufacturing sites in Atlanta, Austin, and Hechingen, Germany, Artivion serves healthcare professionals in over 100 countries. For more details, visit our website at

Position Objective:

The Coating Operator position requires a self-starter working with minimal supervision. Work assignments will include operation of all the equipment associated with the coating area, working within written procedures, and gaining a thorough understanding of the process and its impact on other production processes. Employee must be conscientious and accurately maintain process and accountability records.

Responsibilities:

Setup and breakdown coating reactor

Operate computerized coating control system

Monitor process and react to problems

Evaluate coated product for acceptability

Complete processing records and related documentation using spreadsheet and word processor efficiently

Perform both scheduled and corrective maintenance on coaters

Operate and maintain support equipment such as dust collector, cooling system, and gas supplies

Work with management in solving equipment or processing problems

Maintain coating supply inventories

Assist in development of new products or technology

Participate in writing procedure and process documentation

Operate engine lathe, requiring standing for periods of time

Suggest process and equipment improvements

Relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: (a) can get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; (b) respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor

Manage time effectively Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

5 years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a GMP chemical processing or vacuum coating operation (pyrolytic carbon coating especially preferred) or 2 years college course work in chemistry, math, electronics, or equivalent

Basic computer skills including at minimum, be adept in use of MS Office, internet, and electronic mail. Experience using Microsoft Windows computer operating environment including ability to navigate file structures (folders, directories, files, etc...)

Ability to read, analyze, interpret and follow written instructions

Ability to interpret and follow oral instructions

Required to read, write and speak English with good command of the language, and use simple math

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Able and willing to work 2nd shift

Able and willing to work overtime

Frequently lift, bend forward with and/or move up to thirty (30) pounds, and occasionally lift, bend forward with and/or move up to one hundred (100) pounds

Ability to lift 20 pounds during coating reactor setup and breakdown Benefits:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

Supplemental Benefits

401(k) with both Traditional and Roth options available

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

10 Paid Company Holidays

Competitive PTO plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO):

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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