Job Title: Machine Operator I
Location:
Bridgeport, CT, US, 06610-0156
Business Unit:
Advanced Medical Components
Posting Date:
Apr 20, 2026
Job Description:
Paragon Medical - Bridgeport, a business of AMETEK, is a trusted partner in medical device manufacturing, offering end-to-end solutions from concept to final production. With expertise across various applications, we deliver high-precision components and complete products tailored to exceed customer expectations.
Summary:
As a Machine Operator I you will be responsible for the assembly of a wide variety of assemblies and subassemblies to produce a quality product for our customer.
Essential responsibilites include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Observe all safety rules and regulations including wearing and maintaining personal protective equipment.
- Operates equipment in a safe manner. Participate as a member of work teams.
- Assist in measuring team performance for safety, quality, cost and to continually improve these measures.
- Participates in Level 3 activities such as scrap and rework elimination projects along with various other kaizen events.
- Read, follow basic blueprints, diagrams, specifications, bills of materials, and/or procedures to accurately assembel products.
- Perform microscope inspection on assembled parts.
- Maintain inventory of product in workstations.
- Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards.
- Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified.
- Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.
- Attends required training programs. Performs 5s activities.
- Assist in the training of other associates in procedures and use of equipment.
- Ability to read, use various inspection equipment, precision tools, understand and apply basic inspection and sound measurement practices.
Education and/or Expererience - HS Graduate of Equivalent i.e. GED
- At least 6 months’ work experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to remain productive under indirect supervision and follow verbal and written instructions and techniques
- Basic mathematical aptitude required
Certification/Training Required - Up to 6 weeks of on the job training to become familiar and confident with essential duties
- GMP Training
- General Orientation
- Annual Safety training programs (Hearing Conservation, etc.)
- Quality System Awareness Training
Employee Type:
Hourly
Salary Minimum:
$35,000
Salary Maximum:
$40,000
Incentive:
No