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Full-Time

Equipment Technician II

Roseville, CA, Swing Shift

Updated on 9/12/2024

Penumbra Inc

Penumbra Inc

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops medical devices for vascular conditions

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$29.68 - $41.34Hourly

+ Shift Differential

Mid

Roseville, CA, USA

Category
Healthcare Administration & Support
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • High school or GED with 3+ years of experience working in a medical device or in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Proven ability to build, troubleshoot, repair and maintain manufacturing equipment per GMP guidelines, preferably in the medical device industry
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including documentation skills
  • Proficiency with standard office software tools, including Word and Excel
Responsibilities
  • Manage and perform maintenance activities including preventative maintenance, on demand maintenance, and non-standard repairs while documenting activities by following quality system procedures.
  • Assist other technicians with performing on-demand maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
  • Equipment installation and validation: Install equipment and complete validation processes such as IQ/OQ (Installation Qualification/Operational Qualification) to ensure proper functionality.
  • Spare parts management: Utilize the spare parts system to maintain accurate inventory levels, track usage, and reorder parts when necessary.
  • With the guidance of senior level technicians to assist in solving equipment-related manufacturing problems.
  • Assemble equipment and fixtures in accordance with documented prints.
  • Improve equipment documentation by suggesting revisions to Equipment Binders and preventative maintenance instructions for new and existing equipment.
  • Procure equipment and fixtures to support manufacturing.
  • Make suggestions regarding equipment and fixtures that may improve throughput, yield, and/or ergonomics.
  • Solve practical problems encountered.
  • Train junior equipment technicians on simple equipment repairs and departmental practices.
  • Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.
  • Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company.
  • Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.
  • Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Penumbra Inc. specializes in creating medical devices aimed at treating neurovascular and peripheral vascular conditions. Their products, such as the Penumbra System and the Indigo System, are designed to assist healthcare professionals in addressing issues like stroke and other vascular diseases. These devices work by providing advanced tools for interventions in neurology and vascular surgery, allowing for effective treatment options. Unlike many competitors, Penumbra focuses on a specific range of conditions and invests heavily in research and development to continuously enhance their offerings. The company's goal is to deliver high-quality medical devices that meet the needs of healthcare providers and improve patient outcomes.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$3.4M

Headquarters

Alameda, California

Founded

2004

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

17%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Penumbra's recent product launches, such as the BMX81 and BMX96 in Europe, demonstrate their commitment to expanding and improving their product portfolio.
  • Significant investments from firms like Jennison Associates LLC and Algert Global LLC indicate strong financial backing and confidence in Penumbra's growth potential.
  • The company's participation in high-profile conferences like the Truist Securities MedTech Conference and the William Blair Growth Stock Conference highlights its industry recognition and thought leadership.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive medical device market requires Penumbra to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Regulatory challenges and the need for CE Marks and FDA approvals can delay product launches and impact revenue.

What makes Penumbra Inc unique

  • Penumbra's focus on both neurovascular and peripheral vascular conditions sets it apart from competitors who may specialize in only one area.
  • Their continuous investment in R&D ensures that they remain at the forefront of medical device innovation, particularly with recent launches like the Lightning Flash 2.0 CAVT technology.
  • Penumbra's global reach, serving healthcare providers in over 100 countries, provides a broad market presence that many competitors lack.