Manufacturing Associate - VSI - Bothell, WA

This Manufacturing Associate – VSI position will perform in flexible manufacturing, test, and configure to order manufacturing operation.  Perform assembly and acceptance test of ultrasound equipment and accessories as well as packaging and picking final assemblies to fulfill customer orders.

FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. is the innovator and world leader in bedside and point-of-care ultrasound, and an industry leader in ultra-high frequency micro-ultrasound technology. Headquartered near Seattle, the company is represented by a global distribution network in over 100 countries. Sonosite’s portable, compact systems are expanding the use of ultrasound across the clinical spectrum by cost-effectively bringing high-performance ultrasound to the point of patient care. For more information, please visit www.sonosite.com.

FUJIFILM Corporation is a subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation. FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, leverages its depth of knowledge and proprietary core technologies to deliver innovative products and services across the globe through the four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging with over 70,000 employees. Guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles,” we address social challenges and create a positive impact on society through our products, services, and business operations. Under its medium-term management plan, VISION2030, which ends in FY2030, we aspire to continue our evolution into a company that creates value and smiles for various stakeholders as a collection of global leading businesses and achieve a global revenue of 4 trillion yen (29 billion USD at an exchange rate of 140 JPY/USD). For more information, please visit: www.fujifilmholdings.com.

For further details about our commitment to sustainability and Fujifilm’s Sustainable Value Plan 2030, click here.

• Under limited supervision, performs a number of complex, but repetitive mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly and test operations. Uses tools such as torque drivers, wrenches, measuring instruments, fixtures, and other handheld tools. Follows verbal and written instructions such as procedures, assembly instructions, drawings, diagrams, flow charts and pictures in completing a variety of assembly and sub assembly tasks.
• Perform basic material handling tasks, restocking and cycle counting components at workstation.
• Pick items from stockroom using part numbers on pick lists and package using work instructions to fulfill customer orders. 
• Using computers: perform system level final acceptance tests, configurations and labeling using custom programs; login and perform searches in databases to find company documents and specifications on-line; login and approve work completed and write up nonconforming material records.
• Provide training and guidance to other Manufacturing Associates.
• Perform prototype work as assigned.
• Provide assistance in other areas of Manufacturing and Operations group as needed and directed. Responsible and accountable for carrying out the requirements of the company's quality system.

Knowledge and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with computers and the Internet.
• Basic math: add, subtract, multiply, divide, fractions, percent etc.
• Basic conversational and written English.
• Production experience in electro-mechanical, food, or other processes.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must have excellent work ethics, personal responsibility, initiative and teamwork.
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity and physical durability.
• Must effectively communicate and have the ability to read and comprehend manufacturing drawings and assembly, operating and material handling procedures.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and quality requiring little rework.
• Must be comfortable with computers to access information, navigate on-line and run custom computer programs.
• Flexible to work productively in a team-oriented environment under limited supervision.
• Ability to work standing or walking for an extended periods including an entire shift.
• Able to lift and carry a minimum of 45lbs with or without accommodations.

Salary and Benefits:

• Starting wage of $24.00/hr. + $0.50 raise after 6 months of service
• Insurance:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Life & Company paid Disability
• Retirement Plan (401k):
  • 4% automatic Company contribution
  • Fujifilm matches 50 cents for every dollar you contribute, up to 6% of your salary
• Paid Time Off
  • You can accrue up to three (3) weeks of PTO in your first year of employment
  • PTO increases based on years of service
• Employee Choice Holidays:
  • Four (4) additional paid days off, based on date of hire in the calendar year
• Paid Holidays:
• • Eight (8) paid holidays per year

FUJIFILM Sonosite offers a fantastic compensation package, including benefits, and a 401k program.  Visit us today to learn more about our exciting technologies and how you can make a difference.  To apply and obtain further details regarding key responsibilities and experience requirements, check out our careers page at www.Sonosite.com/about/careers.

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