Medical Device Repair Technician

The Diamond Knife Technician is responsible for the repair restoration manufacturing support inspection and quality evaluation of precision diamond knives used in ophthalmic and surgical applications for our Wilmington DE Lab. This role requires exceptional manual dexterity patience attention to detail and the ability to work under magnification while handling delicate and high-value components. The successful candidate will develop specialized technical skills through structured training and must demonstrate a commitment to quality safety and continuous improvement.

You do not need to have previous experience working with medical devices; we will train you!

Technicians have the ability to progress through technical levels as they learn making this a great longterm career opportunity.

• Utilize small hand tools (e.g. screwdrivers pliers tweezers) for assembly and repair tasks
• Operate microscopes and test equipment such as light sources and video processors
• Perform hand soldering with precision and care
• Read and follow manuals work instructions job standards and related documentation
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers both verbally and in writing
• Maintain a customer-oriented approach in all tasks and interactions
• Use basic computer skills to input data navigate systems and complete documentation

Required:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Mechanical/technical aptitude and hand-eye coordination are required.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime sometimes outside normal business hours (i.e. on a Saturday) based on Customer and business needs
• 2 years of work experience is required including at least 1 year ofrelevant experience* or 1 year of experience at STERIS. All experience must be verifiable.
  • *To be considered relevant at least 1 year of work experience must involve some type of detailed hands-on work with small or delicate of qualifying experience include (but are not limited to):
    • Using hand tools to repair assemble or test items with small parts
    • Small engine repair cell phone or circuit board assembly repair testing or re-builds
    • Detailed carpentry work installation of home security systems
    • Nail technician work sterile processing industrial sewing jewelry repair or musical instrument repair/tuning
• Ability to read and follow manuals work instructions job standards and related documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and customers both verbally and in writing
• Ability to maintain a customer-oriented approach in all tasks and interactions
• Ability to use basic computer skills to input data navigate systems and complete documentation

Preferred:

• Experience working under a microscope soldering and/or performing precision mixing/application of adhesives is preferred but not required.

• Competitive pay ($21.50 an hour) opportunity for pay increase after 6 months in role

• Overtime opportunity

• Annual merit review and a bonus plan

• Opportunities for advancement through multiple levels of technician as you learn

• Extensive hands-on training and development

• Medical vision dental life insurance 401(k) with a company match tuition assistance and paid vacation time and paid holidays

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