Manufacturing Technician

Universal Plastics & Engineering Company (UNIPEC), a UFP Technologies company, specializes in developing and manufacturing precision thermoformed and heat-sealed polymer components used primarily for shielding batteries in Class III implantable medical devices.

UFP Technologies, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
• 401K with a matching contribution
• Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee discounts and much more!

Location: Rockville, MD

Summary:

This role supports Machinist and Manufacturing by assisting with product validation, tooling and equipment setup, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and gauge/device management. The ideal candidate is hands on, detail oriented, and eager to contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support Engineering with troubleshooting of product and process difficulties.
• Resolve tooling, equipment, and process parameter issues to support Manufacturing.
• Perform preventative maintenance work orders for all tooling and equipment.
• Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Document and Maintain Lockout/Tagout procedures and occurrences.
• Perform Job Hazard Analyses for all manufacturing equipment in compliance with Company safety requirements.
• Independently set up and take down thermoforming presses.
• Actively assist with Quality Control functions on the manufacturing floor.
• Prepare logistics documentation and ship finished parts
• Document and maintain production data, quality checks, and equipment logs.
• Actively guide machine operators on procedures and best practice on a regular basis.
• Proactively participate in creating and implementing shop improvements regarding efficiency and workflow processes.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Qualification Requirements:

• High School diploma, GED, or Vocational School required.
• At least two years of experience with tools and measurement devices is preferred.
• Hands‑on use of common hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, etc.).
• Hands‑on use of measurement devices (micrometers, calipers, etc.).
• Ability to read engineering drawings and documentation.
• Ability to read and write simple work instructions and equipment procedures.
• Experience with Quality and Safety standards in a Manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills in English (read, write, and speak clearly).