Senior Production Operator - Metals

Company Description Laplace Interventional is a medical device company focused on developing a minimally invasive transcatheter treatment for patients with Tricuspid Regurgitation. The team is dedicated to advancing cardiovascular care through innovative technologies that improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Laplace Interventional offers a collaborative environment where technical expertise and hands-on craftsmanship directly support product development and clinical impact. Team members have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge solutions in structural heart interventions while working closely with engineering and clinical partners. The company recently got IDE approval for its pivotal trial and is backed by both global strategic as well as venture investors.

Position Title: Senior Production Operator – Metals

Reporting To: Senior Director of Operations

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly capable and motivated individual who is ready to grow. This role is ideal for an individual with strong hands-on manufacturing skills, attention to detail, and a desire to develop technical expertise within the medical device industry. The position will support the forming, processing, and inspection of Nitinol Tricuspid Valve stent frames. The successful candidate will operate forming equipment, fixtures, and tooling while following detailed work instructions and quality requirements. In addition to high-level operator responsibilities, this individual will progressively take on tasks such as preventive maintenance of equipment, troubleshooting minor process or equipment issues, maintaining maintenance and production records, and supporting process improvements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing procedures
• Perform metals stent frame forming operations
• Operate forming equipment and tools used to manufacture valve stent frame
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections using microscopes, calipers, and optical measuring machines
• Coordinate external processing of valve stent frames with approved vendors
• Operate a variety of hand tools and machine tools per manufacturing procedures
• Maintain accurate device history records in compliance with quality requirements
• Identify and report equipment issues, nonconforming products, or process abnormalities
• Support cleaning, maintenance and organization of workstations and production areas
• Assist engineering and manufacturing teams with process improvements and new product builds
• Adhere to GMP, safety and cleanroom requirements where applicable
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, receiving inspection, record maintenance, and calibration activities

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE (Not Required)

• Medical device manufacturing experience
• Experience working with microscopes and inspection equipment
• Familiarity with quality systems or regulated manufacturing environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILIITES

• Good manual dexterity
• Strong attention to detail
• Willingness to be flexible, team oriented, and open minded to new processes or changes in direction
• Experience working within a team environment, collaborated mindset
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, Windows OS)

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong willingness to learn new processes
• Self-driven, with a sense of urgency
• Flexible and adaptable
• Problem identification and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly and effectively

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in a medical device or regulated industry preferred
• Experience with shape forming nitinol is a plus but not required

POSITION DETAILS

1st shift 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Monday-Friday), flexible start time