Assembler in Melrose Park, Illinois at Kreg Therapuetics

Assembler

About Kreg Therapeutics

Kreg Therapeutics, Inc. is a fast-growing healthcare company specializing in innovative medical equipment solutions for acute care environments. Our proprietary technologies and commitment to service excellence make us a trusted partner to hospitals and clinical teams nationwide. We are driven by a shared mission: to improve patient outcomes through safe, reliable, and innovative equipment.

If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and being part of a mission-driven organization, this role offers an exciting entry point into the medical device industry.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Assembler to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will help build high-quality products by following established work instructions and collaborating closely with teammates, Leads, and Supervisors. This position plays an important role in achieving our quality, safety, and productivity goals in a supportive, team-focused production environment.

What You’ll Do

• Assemble a variety of products by following standard work instructions, specifications, and blueprints
• Operate and set up production equipment and fixtures, as needed
• Learn and become proficient in multiple assembly tasks while meeting quality, safety, and productivity standards
• Complete manufacturing and production documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Initiate basic material requests and report quality concerns, efficiency data, and measurements as required
• Enter work order or production information into a computer system when applicable
• Maintain accurate identification and counts of materials at point-of-use
• Follow all company, regulatory, safety, and manufacturing procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned to support team success

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands-on assembly experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening
• Experience reading and working from blueprints, drawings, or technical instructions
• Ability to clearly share information in one-on-one or small group settings with team members, supervisors, or engineers
• Authorization to work in the United States

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to use common hand tools; experience with grinding or soldering is a plus
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and short communications
• Willingness to work overtime when business needs require

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to lift or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to stand for extended periods during the workday, with or without reasonable accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.