About Cretex Medical

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry.  Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly.  Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

Position Summary

The Engineering Technician Lead is a hands-on working lead responsible for coordinating and performing engineering builds, managing prototype part inventory, and ensuring that technical deliverables are completed on schedule. This role will provide day-to-day guidance, training, and support for a team of engineering technicians, helping them develop skills and meet project requirements. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable working on the shop floor building assemblies as they are leading schedules, prioritizing tasks, and partnering with engineers to deliver high-quality results.

• Develop and maintain build schedules in collaboration with engineers and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate technician resources to ensure alignment with project priorities and deadlines.
• Act as point of contact for technicians, engineers, and other cross-functional teams during build activities.
• Participate in hands-on assembly, test, and troubleshooting of engineering builds.
• Complete disposition activities in compliance with the ERP system for engineering builds
• Ensure employees are following company guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Act as the working lead for a team of engineering technicians, balancing hands-on build work with team coordination.
• Mentor, coach, and support technician skill development and career growth.
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
• Complete all other work duties as assigned
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations
• 3 years of supervisory experience
• Knowledge of manufacturing machinery, equipment, and processes
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements
• Ability to manage relationships and team facilitation
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to take direction from and give input to the next level leader
• Ability to collaborate and assist team members
• Ability to cross train in other areas of production when required

Preferred Requirements

• Business/technical degree
• Medical manufacturing experience
• Familiar with ISO and FDA requirements
• Certifications in a related field

What is it like to work at Cretex Medical?  

We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.  

Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical:  

• “The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right.” 
• “I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it.” 
• “I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives.” 

We encourage you to explore the many opportunities Cretex Medical can offer you as a valued team member. 

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

All Employees

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees. 

20+hours

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week. 

30+ hours

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. 

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.  

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.