Production Team Associate

Plating Production Associate - Plating Process Technician (1st Shift)

Location: Geneva, IL

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM

Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour

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At Bravida Medical, we're redefining what's possible in wound care and infection prevention through innovative, clinically proven medical technologies. If you're looking for a hands-on manufacturing role where your work directly contributes to products that improve patient outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Plating Process Technician plays a key role in supporting our silver-plating production operations and medical device manufacturing processes. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, maintaining, calibrating, and documenting manufacturing equipment while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

This is an on-site position in our Geneva, Illinois facility and includes working with hazardous chemicals while using company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE).

What You'll Do

• Set up, operate, monitor, and maintain plating and manufacturing equipment.
• Perform equipment calibration, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and documentation activities.
• Support systems including reverse osmosis, metallizing equipment, wastewater treatment, commercial washers/dryers, HVAC systems, compressors, and other facility equipment.
• Follow OSHA, quality system (QMS), and environmental regulations.
• Maintain compliance with waste handling, sampling, disposal, and reporting requirements.
• Complete required safety and compliance training.
• Identify and recommend process improvements related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Assist with equipment installation, commissioning, testing, and validation activities as needed.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to support manufacturing goals.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to read, write, and document information in English.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including passing an OSHA-compliant respirator fit test.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical device, pharmaceutical, aerospace, or similar industries preferred).
• Experience following documented processes and quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting experience.

Key Success Traits

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new processes.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and reliability.
• Continuous improvement mindset and commitment to quality.

Training & Growth Opportunity

Bravida Medical will provide training and support for obtaining a Class K Wastewater Pretreatment Operator License, a valuable professional credential.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• 100% on-site at our Geneva, IL campus.
• Work in manufacturing, warehouse, and controlled production environments.
• Exposure to manufacturing equipment, airborne particles, and occasionally hazardous chemicals.
• PPE provided at no cost.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, and use of hands and arms.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

Bravida Medical offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Learn more about our benefits: Employee Benefit Transparency

Why Bravida Medical?

Our values guide everything we do:

• Act with Compassion and Integrity
• Own Your Impact
• Feel the Urgency
• Be a Champion

Join a growing, purpose-driven organization where your contributions help advance healthcare innovation and improve lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer -

Bravida Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.