At NDI (Northern Digital Inc), our mission is built around using our measurement technologies to improve medical procedures and patients’ lives. This requires product innovation that is achieved through fostering collaboration, trust, and strong relationships. At NDI, you will work with talented people who are ready and willing to push their limits in an environment where learning and exploring new ways of doing things is valued as much or more than experience. We are proud of our heritage, culture and international growth over the past 41 years and are honoured to be a valued partner with the world’s leading medical companies. There's never been a better time to join NDI - The world leader in tracking technology – Join Us! The Manufacturing Support Specialist is responsible for multiple aspects of sensor manufacturing at the NDI regional office located in Shelburne, Vermont. As a member of the NDS Operations team, responsibilities of this role include operation of various coil winding machines, direct ownership of the shipping and receiving process, and other various duties to support sensor manufacturing. What You Will Be Doing: Coil Winding (80%)

• Uses extensive knowledge of machine operation and product specifications, to produce coils used in sensor production. Includes set up, operation, and maintenance of coil winding machinery.
• Assists Manufacturing Manager and Scheduler in producing coils, and self-manages coil inventory to ensure the team meets or exceeds delivery schedules, while keeping on-hand inventory at a minimal level.

Shipping/Receiving (15%)

• Organizes, controls and maintains the processes required for efficient and effective material movement in and out of NDI Shelburne’s manufacturing facility
  • Daily receiving of incoming goods, including routing and execution of electronic transactions in the ERP system.
  • Physical preparation and shipment of product, including completion of electronic records in the ERP system for both domestic and international customers. Preparation of customs documents for exporting goods, and coordination of adequate and timely shipping with all freight forwarders.

Additional Support (5%)

• Assists Manufacturing Manager and Scheduler in preparation of Job Travelers & sensor labels needed for weekly production schedules.
• Assist in maintaining inventory accuracy through involvement in monthly cycle-counting activities. May provide in-depth investigation into inventory discrepancies.

Desired Characteristics/Additional Assets:

• Demonstrated technical aptitude
• Can sit for long hours at a desk
• Is comfortable working under a microscope for majority of the tasks
• Understands proper use of tools
• Ability to perform fine detail assembly work
• Able to read and follow process documentation including work instructions and drawings
• Is comfortable using a computer to capture data relevant to the job being assembled in an ERP system (lot numbers, scrap comments, ect…)
• Is an artist, model builder or enjoys detailed oriented hobbies
• Patient and calm personality
• Effective when workload & priority may be self-directed
• Experienced in international shipping / receiving processes.
• Ability to effectively use various software packages (Epicor ERP, FedEx Ship Manager, UPS WorldShip)
• Proven ability to remove roadblocks in the manufacture and test of electronic assemblies, and to approach goals and team objectives with enthusiasm and professionalism;
• High personal standards for performance excellence.

When the world’s top medical device OEMs and academic institutes need real-time medical instrument navigation, they call NDI. Why? Because no one can rival the accuracy and reliability of our optical measurement and electromagnetic tracking solutions.  NDI team members are passionate about delivering innovative technology that will help to unlock new procedures and solutions.   Interested in becoming a valued member of the NDI team? We’re growing and looking for great people to join us. What You Will Be Doing: Performs electrical assembly of NDI products with the use of microscope, solder and epoxies.

• Assembles and solders cables and cable components
• Required to solder small wires to printed circuit boards
• Can work most of the day under a high-powered microscope

Performs mechanical assembly of NDI Products

• Mechanically assembles connectors, enclosures and sub-assemblies
• Performs encapsulation of electrical components in non-conductive material(s) as required

Performs process control activities relating to product quality and inventory control

• Visually inspect your own work for complete, error-free assembly
• Performs basic testing (continuity) of electrical circuits and connections
• Completes all required paperwork in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintains point-of-use inventory accurately; requisitions for re-supply as required

Works in a safe manner and engages in good housekeeping practices 

• Adhere to all required safety practices and standards
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area
• Follows required Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) practices

Help improve manufacturing processes

• Offers feedback and suggests changes to improve processes

Ready To Make a Difference? What Will You Bring to this Role:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• A fit with NDI culture: Be Different, Be Better; Customer First; Be Genuine & Honest; Win Together
• Demonstrated technical aptitude
• Can sit for long hours at a desk
• Is comfortable working under a microscope for majority of the tasks
• Understands proper use of tools
• Ability to perform fine detail assembly work
• Able to read and follow process documentation including work instructions and drawings
• Is comfortable using a computer to capture data relevant to the job being assembled in an ERP system (lot numbers, scrap comments, etc…)
• Is an artist, model builder or enjoys detailed oriented hobbies
• Patient and calm personality