Manufacturing Associate II

Overview

Join our highly motivated, mission-driven Manufacturing team as Manufacturing Associate II at Endologix!

 

 

WHO WE ARE: 

Endologix LLC is a California-based global medical device company dedicated to improving patients’ lives through innovative therapies for the interventional treatment of vascular disease. Our therapeutic portfolio addresses clinically relevant unmet needs, spanning from abdominal aortic aneurysms to lower limb peripheral vascular disease. We are committed to delivering excellent clinical outcomes through precision in product design, advanced manufacturing, and comprehensive physician training—supported by industry-leading clinical evidence. At Endologix, we’re driven by purpose, innovation, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in vascular health.

 

What sets us apart is not just our technology, but our culture. At Endologix, we foster a collaborative, mission-driven environment where every team member plays a vital role in advancing patient care. We value integrity, tenacity, and innovation—and we support our people with the tools, trust, and training they need to grow and continuously learn. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in healthcare, you’ll find purpose and belonging here.

 

 

ABOUT THE ROLE:

 

We’re looking for a Manufacturing Associate II to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for assembling high quality medical devices in accordance with approved manufacturing process instructions and Standard Operating Procedures, assisting in the evaluation and resolution of line issues, and suggesting possible method / process improvements.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Adhere to safety rules, stretching exercises, and company policies and procedures.
• Assemble product as required utilizing small hand tools, calibrated instruments, measurement equipment, microscopes, and test fixtures.
• Identify and communicate any safety, quality, process issues or concerns as needed.
• Maintain controlled environment integrity by using proper attire and adherence to controlled environment practices and procedures.
• Perform in-process quality checks as required while giving timely feedback as issues arise
• Recognize and report any unacceptable materials and/or sub-assemblies to engineering and/or supervisor.
• Responsible for 100% compliance to Endologix Quality and Regulatory policies and adhere to Endologix Core Values.
• Responsible for quality of work and adhering to manufacturing methods and quality records.
• Understand and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Work with supervisors, engineers and technicians to resolve line issues and suggest improvements.
• Participate in lean activities and 5S improvement efforts.
• Be familiar with terminology used in the production area.
• Aware of common defects within manufacturing departments and the results caused by variations during the manufacturing processes.
• Capable of moving from one station to another without continuous mistakes.
• May be certified as a trainer and train other production employees on manufacturing processes.
• Capability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specs and method sheets.
• Electronic systems entry.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

 

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in life sciences, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Additional coursework or certification in medical device manufacturing, GMP, or quality systems is a plus.

Experience:

• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in medical device manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, or other regulated life sciences industry.
• Proven experience working in a cleanroom environment and following aseptic techniques.
• Demonstrated history of performing manual assembly of small, intricate components under a microscope.
• Experience maintaining compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and GMP regulations.
• Documented use of Device History Records (DHRs), batch records, or other controlled documentation systems.
• Track record of consistently meeting production, quality, and safety targets.
• Prior exposure to in-process quality inspection, measurement tools, and defect identification.
• Experience training or mentoring less experienced team members preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems for production tracking and reporting.

Skills/Comp