Maintenance Technician at Solutech

Document Type: Job Description 

Position Title: Transducer Repair Technician I

Reports To: Production Manager 

Company Overview

At Solutech, our mission is to ensure critical medical devices are always available to support the treatment and diagnosis of patients when they need it most. Our culture is driven by a shared commitment to making a positive impactwhere a team of dedicated individuals goes above and beyond to make a real difference in peoples lives.

As part of our team, you'll have the unique opportunity to help shape the future of medical device services. If you want to be part of a team thats truly making an impact in the healthcare industry, this is the perfect opportunity.

To make you a hero for your patients, we go the mile after the extra mile We are the Solutionists of Solutech. 

Functional Description

The Transducer Repair Technician I is responsible for disassembly, reassembly, troubleshooting and repairing electronic components of medical ultrasound transducers. Repairs performed are to be completed through documented repair methods and in compliance with ISO standards. The adherence to these requirements is not only for the Companys commitment to quality, but also for the high level of patient safety that our customers expect from us.

Scope of Outcomes

The core responsibilities for this position include:

• Utilize documented procedures to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronics
• Produce simple schematics to aid in troubleshooting
• Demonstrate and maintain competent soldering skills with through-hole, SMD (larger & smaller than 0603), small outline package, flat packages (DFN/QFN), and BGA reflow
• Perform competently and consistently transducer repairs
• Competently repair electronics at component level, board/assembly level, and line repair
• Demonstrate and maintain competent soldering skills 
• Demonstrate adequate use of soldering iron, hot air, de-soldering, and related soldering cleanup
• Repair simple component-level problems with limited data sheets
• Meet or exceed expectations established for repair times
• Support the team with creations or improvements in processes and capabilities
• Communicate difficulties to lead or manager
• Complete training required for job duties and demonstrate competency through testing and performance evaluations
• Maintain designated shop equipment
• Assist in transducer identification and alternative compatible transducers
• Perform testing of transducers to ensure proper operation after repairs 
• Assist in fulfilling sales requests
• Report status of transducers in process at designated times
• Assist in developing solutions for customers with team
• Maintain and improve quality of product during the repair process
• Assist in the development and improvement of department forms, work instructions, and processes to ISO standards
• Actively participate in process or documentation improvements
• Complete quality control checks on repaired and returned transducers

Qualifications

Required qualifications include: 

• Experience with standard probes and TEEs
• High school diploma or equivalency
• Experience using small/precision hand-held tools
• Experience using electronic testing equipment including X-ray, Huntron, DMM, and FLIR
• Ability to utilize industry standard equipment for electronics repair including drafting simple CAD drawings, mixing chemicals, vacuum pump, media blasting, weighing devices, painting (aerosol and airbrush), dry box, and ovens
• Ability to identify parts numbers for Philips and GE ultrasound systems
• High degree of hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity
• Strong knowledge of the operation of component level electronics 
• Strong knowledge of computer components and functions
• Can demonstrate competency in the process of troubleshooting utilizing documented procedures including Shotgun procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven atmosphere and handle multiple projects/tasks with attention to detail
• Must be able to work overtime if necessary
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite 
• Ability to perform and thrive in a continual learning environment

Preferred qualifications include: 

• BGA removal and installation expertise
• AS or AAS in electronics or equivalent experience 
• Two or more years of electronics repair experience

Environmental and Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Dexterous ability to manipulate small objects
• Willing to work standard and non-standard hours as required to support the customers