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Corcym is a global medical device company focused on the structural heart area. Our vision is to become the leading company dedicated to Heart Surgeons and their Patients by providing the best solutions to fight structural heart disease. We aim to help Heart Surgeons treat Patients better today and in the future.

We offer a complete portfolio of surgical solutions with a heritage spanning more than 50 years, leveraging on a complete and distinctive set of technologies, capabilities and infrastructure.

We employ approximately 850 people in over 100 countries, ensuring a strong presence to continuously support Patients, Healthcare Professionals, and healthcare systems worldwide.

You can learn more about us at our webpage: Corcym (https://corcym.com/)

Valve Assembly Technician

The incumbent will be responsible for performing production duties in the Valve Assembly areas in accordance with good manufacturing practice and established standard operating procedures. This role requires on-site availability to work at our Burnaby facility in British Columbia.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs assembly tasks associated with the manufacturing of a tissue heart valve prothesis.

• Assures equipment has been calibrated and is in acceptable working condition prior to use; reports issues promptly.

• Maintains traceability and preservation of product in their possession.

• Documents work accurately and completely in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES), BPCS Business System, forms or logbooks/daily production logs as applicable.

• Performs cleaning of critical manufacturing room and gowning areas in accordance with established procedures.

• Handles chemicals in a safe manner and in accordance with procedures.

• Performs daily monitoring and cleaning of equipment as required.

• Performs all operations and utilizes equipment following written procedures.

• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to do repetitive detailed work within guidelines.

• Demonstrated ability to perform hand-sewing tasks with extreme detail, accuracy and speed.

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English (critical to follow procedures and maintain precise records).

• Open-minded and accepts constructive criticism and feedback.

• Good manual dexterity.

• Normal vision or normal when corrected by glasses.

• Ability to work well with co-workers in a team environment with limited supervision.

• Must have basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).

Experience and Education

• High school education or equivalent.

Shift

• Full time Monday to Friday 06:45-15:15. Shift hours may vary.

• Occasional overtime and adjustment to the scheduled shift, such as working on weekends, may be needed to accommodate maintenance activities and business needs

Working Conditions (Physical Demands/Environmental Factors)

% of Job: Rarely (<2%), Occasional (3-33%), Frequent (34-66%), Constant (67-100%)

• Controlled environment requiring special garments, gloves, masks, etc. which may be confining. – Constant.

• Use of safety equipment ex. safety goggles, glasses, apron with sleeves, full face respirator - Constant.

• Work with chemicals that are caustic, toxic, flammable, and/or have the potential to cause serious health effects - Frequent.

• Hands are dipped in and out under a fume hood or safety cabinet - Occasional.

• Some work is done under a fume hood or safety cabinet - Occasional.

• Standing or walking - Occasional.

• Seated at a workstation - Frequent.

• Kneeling/bending - Rarely.

• Lifting up to 35 lbs - Occasional.

• Carrying up to 35 lbs - Occasional.

• Pushing carts and vessels - Rarely.

What We Offer

• Health, Vision, & Dental.

• Life & Disability.

• Retirement, RRSP Matching.

• On-site Gym.

• On-site Parking Space.

• Nestled near Fraser River walking trails.

Compensation:

• Training Wage: $19/hr, Upon completion of training, wage will increase to $20/hr.