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

DAY (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Design, program, and troubleshooting controls systems of semi-automated medical device manufacturing equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

•    Designing and wiring semi-automated equipment electrical systems.  Creating electrical schematic, wiring panel, and debugging system after assembly.  Systems include PLCs, stepper and servo drives/motors, safety relays, light curtains, solenoid valves, and operator interface terminals.  Drafting experience required, 2D AutoCad preferred.

•    Programming and troubleshooting of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), stepper and servo motors, safety circuits, and operator terminals.  Must have some PLC programming experience.  Allen Bradley experience preferred. 

•    Receives technical advice from engineers or supervisor for complex problems.

•    Working overtime may be required for this position.

•    Performs other related 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
•    Soldering fumes

 
SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•    Education equivalent to a High School Diploma with five years of previous technician experience, or an Associate's Degree with three years of previous technician experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with one year of experience.
•    Excellent analytical skills and the ability to solve moderately complex technical problems.
•    Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
•    Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.
•    Ability to work well as a team member.
•    Knowledge of various tooling and testing equipment (e.g. electronic multi-meter, oscilloscope).

COMPETENCIES

•    Assignment performance/planning
•    Equipment design, assembly and operation/test data recording and analyzing
•    Engineering data report extraction/processing/presentation/writing
•    Problem solving
•    Supervisory process
•    Prototype and model building
•    Computer skills

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category II:

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 II states employment and procedures that may 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.