Monofilament Processor

Þscription - External Ethicon Inc., member of Johnson & Johnson’s Family of Companies is currently recruiting for Monofilament Processor (Operator 1), located in Athens, GA. Company Description: Ethicon, part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies, has made significant contributions to surgery for more than 60 years from creating the first sutures, to revolutionizing surgery with minimally invasive procedures. Our continuing dedication to Shape the Future of Surgery is built on our commitment to help address the world's most pressing health care issues and improve and save more lives. Through Ethicon's surgical technologies and solutions including sutures, staplers, energy devices, trocars and hemostats and our commitment to treat serious medical conditions like obesity and cancer worldwide, we deliver innovation to make a life-changing impact. For more information, visit www.ethicon.com. Ethicon offers a broad range of products, platforms, and technologies—including sutures, surgical staplers, clip appliers, trocars, and synthetic mesh devices—that are used in a wide variety of minimally invasive and open surgical procedures. Specialties include support for treatment of colorectal and thoracic conditions, women’s health conditions, hernias, cancer, and obesity. Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. was created 20 years ago in Cincinnati, Ohio, developing innovative devices that have driven the revolutionary shift from open to minimally invasive surgery that continues to lead the industry today. Job Summary The Monofilament Processor produces absorbable suture strands from PDS and Monocryl monofilament fibers including Rack Winding, Bulk Spooling and Cutting. The Monofilament Processor is also responsible for inspecting sutures for defects and works in accordance with process specifications and procedures ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Rackwinding: Use rackwinding machine to wind spools of Monocryl and PDS fibers for further processing Create and verify tickets and labels Open cans as needed. Verify moisture content is within specification. Place material into nitrogen/vacuum chambers as needed. Verify chambers are sealed. Complete required information on the Device history Record (DHR) and other related forms. Follow line clearance procedure Annealing: Load racks into appropriate annealing oven and select appropriate cycle. Place chart on required oven and lock into place. Make periodic checks of the ovens to ensure running within specification. Verify chart for accuracy and that all requirements are met at cycle completion. Keep track of cleaning schedule and identify ovens requiring cleaning. Complete required information on the Device history Record (DHR) and other related forms. Follow line clearance procedure. Scouring: Unload anneal ovens and transport material to scour tank. Scour material with appropriate cycle per specification Mix scour sample standard Execute standard comparison as required per specification Clean anneal ovens as needed Complete required information on the Device history Record (DHR) and other related forms. Follow line clearance procedure. Bulk Spooling: Load racks onto bulk spooling equipment. Create and verify tickets Thread fiber through required guides and onto spool Utilize HMI to select appropriate material and size Start bulk spooling equipment Verify appropriate defect level at completion of spools Complete required information on the Device history Record (DHR) and other related forms. Follow line clearance procedure. Cutting: Inspect the quality of strands on racks. Identify, remove, and replace defective strands. Cut remaining strands from racks. Measure strand lengths. Wrap strand ends together in predetermined amounts and label for subsequent processing. Pull samples Verify labels. Complete the Device History Record and other related forms using Good Documentation Practices. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Work in team environment behaving in a CREDO based respectful manner. Comply with all federally regulated programs. Adhere to J&J environmental and safety policies and guidelines. Comply with all job specific safety procedures and utilize PPE when necessary. Comply with quality system requirements as defined within procedures and instructions. Use test equipment (Starett Gauge, Mitutoyo Gauge, Microscope, etc) where applicable. Utilize applicable software systems as needed for the job (e.g. ComplianceWire, ADAPTIV, etc.) Consistently meet required work performance targets (RE’s), if applicable Support LEAN and Six Sigma Initiatives. Support Maintenance Excellence (ME2) including 6S and Operator Asset Care. Accurately complete records as defined within the job procedures (e.g. manual and/or electronic documentation). Perform other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor. Consistently meet required Training due date targets. Maintain certification for testing. Knowledge of hand tools helpful Follow written specifications to manufacture products. Qualifications Qualifications - External REQUIRED EXPERIENCES AND QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent skills, experience, or training. Computer skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal relation skills. Problem solving. General inspection skills. Ability to use snips and scissors. Accurate record keeping. Ability to operate production and test equipment. Basic math skills: add, subtract, multiply, divide, percentages. At Johnson & Johnson, we’re on a mission to change the trajectory of health for humanity. That starts by creating the world’s healthiest workforce. Through cutting-edge programs and policies, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our employees and the ones they love. As such, depending on location and subject to local legislation, candidates offered employment may be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or, in certain countries, secure an approved accommodation prior to the commencement of employment to support the well-being of our employees, their families and the communities in which we live and work. If you are invited to interview for the position, your recruiter will advise on the vaccine requirement status in your geographic location. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com. Primary Location United States-Georgia-Athens-1420�Olympic�Drive Organization Ethicon Inc. (6045) Job Function Operations Requisition ID 2206040244W