R&D Assembler

HIRING FOR CATHETER ASSEMBLERS IN THE FRIDLEY AREA!

1ST SHIFT - 5:00A TO 3:30PM, MONDAY-THURSDAY

$23-25/hour

Job Summary

The Level 3 Catheter Builder is responsible for building complex catheter assemblies from start to finish in a cleanroom environment. This role requires advanced catheter‑building expertise, including direct imaging catheter assembly, electromechanical components, and wire‑to‑wire soldering. The position involves detailed work under microscopes, precision measurements, thorough documentation, and strict adherence to quality and contamination‑control standards.

This posting supports Level 3 and Level 4 opportunities, offering long‑term growth within a rapidly expanding medical device organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and follow detailed work instructions, production drawings, and work orders
• Perform full catheter builds from start to finish, including:
  • Liner stretching
  • Bonding
  • Annealing
  • Braiding
  • Reflow
  • Stringing
• Build catheter assemblies for direct imaging applications, including electromechanical assembly tasks
• Perform wire‑to‑wire soldering on catheter assemblies and sub‑assemblies
• Work consistently in a cleanroom environment, following all gowning and contamination‑control procedures
• Use microscopes for assembly and inspection of very small, intricate components
• Operate small hand tools and precision measuring devices, including micrometers
• Perform detailed visual inspections to ensure conformance to specifications
• Document work accurately in travelers, QMS systems, and/or ERP systems
• Complete final packaging of catheter products according to established procedures
• Communicate clearly with teammates and leads to resolve questions and report issues
• Maintain patience, focus, and attention to detail while performing precision work

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3–4 years of catheter assembly experience, including full catheter builds from start to finish
• Proven experience performing catheter assembly in a cleanroom environment
• Demonstrated expertise with processes such as liner stretching, bonding, annealing, braiding, reflow, and stringing
• Experience working with direct imaging catheters and electromechanical assemblies
• Ability to perform wire‑to‑wire soldering for medical device applications
• Skilled at working under microscopes with excellent fine motor dexterity
• Experience using micrometers and other precision measurement tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Accurate documentation experience within travelers, QMS, or ERP systems
• Exceptional attention to detail, patience, and consistency
• High school diploma or GED

Work Environment

• Clean, modern, state‑of‑the‑art medical device manufacturing facility
• Primary work performed in a cleanroom with required gowning and protocols
• Use of microscopes, fine hand tools, and precision measurement equipment
• Well‑equipped production areas designed for high‑quality, repeatable builds
• Modern break room and employee amenities
• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture with frequent employee events

Why Join This Team?

• Rapidly growing organization that has more than doubled in size in recent years
• Strong long‑term stability and internal career growth (Level 3 → Level 4)
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • HSA and FSA options
  • Company‑paid life, AD&D, and long‑term disability
  • Voluntary benefits including short‑term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accrued PTO, floating holidays, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor company contribution
• Culture focused on community with shared meals, celebrations, and engagement events

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.