Medical Device Assembler

Job title: Medical Deice Assembly Technician

Reports to: Medical Device Engineer

Location: Manchester Science Park (M15 6SH)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary & Benefits: Competitive Salary + Benefits Package

About Yourgene Health:

Yourgene Health is a leading integrated technologies and services business, enabling the delivery of genomic medicine. The group works in partnership with global leaders in DNA technology to advance diagnostic science.

Yourgene primarily develops, manufactures, and commercialises simple and accurate molecular diagnostic solutions, for reproductive health, precision medicine and infectious diseases. The Group's flagship in vitro diagnostic products include non -invasive prenatal tests (NIPT) for Down's Syndrome and other genetic disorders, Cystic Fibrosis screening tests, invasive rapid aneuploidy tests and DPYD genotyping.

Yourgene has a range of innovative DNA sample preparation platforms, powered by Ranger® Technology, the Yourgene LightBench® and Yourgene QS250, ideal for cell free DNA applications in NIPT and oncology including liquid biopsy.

Yourgene also has a global laboratory service network equipped to be a full life-cycle partner for clinical, research and pharmaceutical organisations to support partners at the preclinical, clinical, and post market stage to develop, manufacture, obtain regulatory approval and commercialise new products and services. In addition, Yourgene offers and NIPT and high throughput Covid testing service.

Yourgene Health is headquartered in Manchester, UK with facilities in Taipei, Singapore, the US and Canada.

Our Culture:

Yourgene is a growing, vibrant and exciting place to work, we are looking for committed driven individuals to be part of our next growth journey. Our culture is described by our employee's as collegiate, friendly, professional, innovative, open and fast paced. We have nay social and well-being initiatives run by our Social Huddle that keep our sense of community alive during challenging times that the pandemic has thrown our way. At Yourgene we focus on putting values led programmes in place to ensure that we can attract, retain and develop our people. We want our people to have a career with Yourgene and we ensure that they are recognised and rewarded for their achievements and commitment, everyone plays a critical role in our growth journey.

Description of role:

Yourgene Health, part of Novacyt Group are recruiting for a Medical Device Assembly Technician. As a Medical Device Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for the assembly, testing, and optimization of electronic devices that form the foundation of our cutting-edge technology products. Your expertise will be essential in pushing the boundaries of device capabilities, enhancing performance, and contributing to the overall success of our products. . We’re looking for a keen and technically proficient device manufacturer to aid with the assembly of the electronic devices.

Overall responsibility:

To build the assembly of Medical Device electronic devices at Yourgene’s Manchester facility. The role includes assembly, QC and validation responsibilities as well as continuous improvement activities.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Assemble, and calibrate instrumentation systems including sensors, transmitters, PCB Boards.
• Perform rigorous testing and verification of assembled instrumentation systems to ensure accurate measurement, proper functioning, and adherence to quality standards.
• Develop skill and dexterity on the manufacture and QC of the electronic devices
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during assembly or testing, utilising strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of electrical, electronic, and mechanical components.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols, industry regulations, and quality control standards to ensure the safe and reliable operation of instrumentation systems.
• Maintain comprehensive and organized documentation of assembly processes, test results, calibration procedures, and any deviations encountered during assembly.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

• Educated to HNC level in related field
• 1-3 years’ experience in assembly and/or testing of electronic devices
• IEC 61010-1: Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use
• Experience of working and adhering to ISO13485 Quality Management Systems would be beneficial
• Electrical capability such that the candidate understands basic electronic fault finding, the use of multi-meters and oscilloscopes and can competently solder
• Experience working with an ERP system would be beneficial
• Excellent organizational skills with an attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Enthusiasm, drive, thoroughness, diligence and a willingness to take personal responsibility to ensure projects are successful
• Able to work under pressure and to consistently meet deadlines
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
• Experience of working within interdisciplinary teams is desirable

Closing Date:

Sunday 27th October, 2024

Yourgene Health is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.