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MACHINIST ASSISTANT - PACING (1ST SHIFT) - 2026-6485

Coon Rapids, MN

About rms

rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more at www.rmsmachining.com and www.cretexmedical.com.

Machinist Assistant/Kitter Position Summary

The Machinist Assistant/Kitter position will be responsible for assembling toolboxes for the manufacturing floor according to kitting procedures

Shifts Available: 1st Shift Monday - Thursday 5:00 am - 3:00pm

Responsibilities

Machinist Assistant/Kitter Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assemble tooling boxes and all paperwork for jobs running on the manufacturing floor
  • Manage the Kitting process: part programs, set up sheets, records, and inventory
  • Assemble tooling boxes per the set-up sheet
  • Update documentation throughout the process- including before, during, and after the job is completed
  • Inspect tools, new and returned, using a microscope and other inspection equipment
  • Responsible for inventory of tools and resolving shortage issues and discrepancies
  • Maintain daily logs and reports necessary to the kitting procedure
  • Maintain safe and clean working environment
  • Communicate with the tool crib, leadership, and production regarding kitting needs and the availability of tools and materials
  • Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
  • Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
  • Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
  • Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
  • Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
  • Participate in required company meetings
  • Maintain an organized work area (5S)
  • Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
  • Complete all other work duties as assigned
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Qualifications

Machinist Assistant/Kitter Position Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Understand the production operations and equipment
  • Knowledge of tools
  • The ability to read and understand blueprints

Machinist Assistant/Kitter Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Mechanical Aptitude

rms Company Benefits

As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

  • Onsite Clinic
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Monthly Social Events
  • Annual Employee Appreciation Week
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Training and Development Opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

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