Manufacturing & Maintenance Technician
Production Equipment Operations, Maintenance & Automation Support

Company: Surgistar
Location: Vista, CA

Department: Manufacturing Operations

Reports To: Manufacturing Manager

About Us

We are a division of MicroSurgical Technology (MST), that develops, manufactures, and markets medical devices for the ophthalmology market. Our products are manufactured using the highest levels of care and precision at our manufacturing facility in Vista, California. We constantly evolve to meet the distinct clinical needs of ophthalmic surgeons through our dedicated partnership with surgeon-designers, bringing innovation to ophthalmology.

Job Summary

Responsible for setting up, operating and assisting with maintaining various manual and automated production equipment throughout the production process as well as troubleshooting component parts, including motion sensors, control components, photosensors, and other vital technology. In addition, support company’s buildings, grounds, and infrastructure are safe, compliant, clean and efficient. This position requires regular onsite work in Vista, CA. To be considered, candidates must currently reside within reasonable commuting distance of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Set up, calibrate, and operate production machinery according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Quality Control: Monitor production output and inspect product to ensure they meet strict quality standards.

• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnosing and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults in production machinery.

• PLC and Robotics Support: Make programming and configuring changes in automation equipment PLCs and HMI components.

• Material Handling: Load raw materials, transfer parts, and prepare completed products for packaging and shipping.

• Documentation & Reporting: Document production metrics, downtime, and inventory levels in logs or digital tracking systems.  Record maintenance activities, parts usage, and system changes in logs.

• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all health, safety, and OSHA regulations, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Secondary / Additional Duties

• Facility Maintenance: Assure Facility activities are supporting Manufacturing, Distribution and Warehousing needs

• Safety Adherence: Participate in Safety Team to assure compliance with OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and safety procedures

• Distribution and Warehouse: Assure activities are supporting Manufacturing, Distribution and Warehousing needs

• IT Support: Assist in basic computer and other system support for Vista Facilities

• Facility Management: ensures that company’s buildings, grounds, and infrastructure are safe, compliant, and efficient by managing maintenance, security, cleaning, and clean room compliance

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent. Technical diploma or certifications in manufacturing or industrial operations are a plus.

Experience

• Previous experience in industrial maintenance, specifically with mechanical and electrical

• 2+ years - Technical support in a Manufacturing environment

Certifications / Licenses

• Automation Certificates or Certifications a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must be able to speak and write English

• Must have good electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills

• Proficient with multimeters, schematic drawings, and troubleshooting computer-controlled systems preferred

• Excellent mechanical aptitude and communication skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Prolonged sitting/standing

• Manual dexterity requirements

• Vision requirements

Work Environment

• Office / Manufacturing

• Exposure to hazards materials

• Noise level: Moderate

Performance Expectations / Key Metrics

• Meet or exceed KPI’s set forth to Manufacturing goals (Machine Down time, Machine Changeover times, and Safety Recordables due to Machine and Facility Risks)

• Identify and PM efficiency opportunities

• Integrate new Machines and tooling per business requirements

Compliance and Standards

• Adherence to company policies and procedures

• Compliance with regulatory requirements: FDA, ISO13485, OSHA

Compensation (California Pay Transparency):

The good‑faith annual base salary range for this non-exempt position is $32-$35/hour at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job‑related factors permitted by law, such as relevant experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal equity.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

EEO/AA: Surgistar is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin (including ancestry), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Surgistar will not retaliate against applicants or employees for exercising rights protected by law, including requesting pay scale information.

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