Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1. Trains and mentors other Molding Material Handlers.

2. Works with Engineering for process changes/improvements as well as test runs of new materials and work orders with an assigned EPWO.

3. Receives and locates incoming Materials and colorants to inventory locations.

4. Tests materials as needed for UV inhibitors. Responsible for calculations and mixing of materials and colorants.

5. Mixes raw materials and colorants.

6. Ensures that labeling and documentation is accurate, and documentation is traceable.

7. Prepares and stages materials needed for molding schedules.

8. Configures work orders, materials and equipment. Ensures correct material/machine combination.

9. Cleans drying equipment, hoppers, central vacuum, and material inventory areas.

10. Ensures there is no machine down-time for material and warehouse shortages; informs in advance supervisor/management of potential shortages or risk of machine down time.

11. Ensures that materials are properly dried per the manufacturing process specification (MPS's) and tables.

12. Keeps accurate inventory of all materials and performs cycle counts as directed.

13. Assists with material transfers and coordination.

14. Places orders for material shortages or upcoming schedules.

15. Ensures that lot traceability is not compromised.

16. Performs other duties and tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

* Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. - local practice may apply.

* Writing

* Sitting

* Standing

* Bending

* Visual acuity

* Color perception

* Depth perception

* Reading

* Field of vision/peripheral

* Fine motor skills

* Noise

* Chemical vapors

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* Education and/or experience equivalent to a high school diploma.

* Two years of related work experience in molding or manufacturing.

* Ability to read, write and understand written instructions.

* Ability to follow oral instructions.

* Ability to learn about and remember key information about parts, materials and equipment.

* Detail oriented.

* Demonstrated human relations and effective verbal/written communication skills.

* Ability to work overtime is required.

* Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

* Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

COMPETENCIES

* Staging/documentation

* Material mixing and labeling

* Equipment programming and cleaning

* Material flow/handling

* Computer skills

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.