We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 30 Sep 2025

 

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A Day in the Life

We value what makes you unique. Be a part of a company that thinks differently to solve problems, make progress, and deliver meaningful innovations. 

 Medtronic’s Diabetes campus in Northridge, CA is looking for a Technician II to join our Mechanical R&D team.  As a member of the R&D Mechanical group the individual selected for this role will assist in the design, testing and development of diabetes related products such as insulin pumps, glucose sensors, and related accessories.  This technician will support full life cycle of the product from engineering phase to manufacturing transfer and sustaining support.   

DIABETES 

Transforming diabetes care together, for greater freedom and better health. 

Our strategy is to become a holistic diabetes management company focused on making a real difference in outcomes and cost. We want to transform healthcare toward value-based models by driving both product and business model innovation with the goal of elevating patient experience, improving clinical outcomes and lowering the total cost of care for our customers.  

We value what makes you unique. Be a part of a company that thinks differently to solve problems, make progress, and deliver meaningful innovations. 

Visit www.medtronicdiabetes.com  to see an overview of the products in our Diabetes product portfolio.  

The person filling this role will become part of a dynamic and fast-paced R&D group with a strong history of successful product development. They will have the opportunity to interface with Mechanical engineers, as well as various functional groups within the Diabetes Business Unit. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Technician to support mechanical assembly processes for medical devices. This role emphasizes hands-on assembly line work including being familiar with adhesive dispensing, thermal presses, laser marking, programming, and inspections. Additional responsibilities include overseeing build requests, inventory tracking, and additional operator training.

The ideal candidate is organized, communicative, and comfortable partnering with engineers to plan, execute, and improve assembly processes. This role requires balancing precision with throughput in a fast-paced environment, ensuring both product quality and team success. Responsibilities include the following and other duties may be assigned:

• Lead execution of engineering builds from start to finish, including assembly setup and line management, utilizing a variety of techniques and equipment (adhesive dispensing, thermal presses, laser marking, programming tools, and inspection equipment).
• Operate as a lead on the assembly floor: coordinating daily activities and ensuring smooth throughput.
• Partner with engineers to plan builds, resolve issues, and provide feedback on design for manufacturability and process improvements.
• Train and mentor operators and technicians on proper assembly methods, equipment usage, and quality standards.
• Manage parts inventory for assigned builds: track material usage, organize stock, and proactively communicate inventory shortages.
• Maintain lab spaces and equipment, ensuring readiness, calibration, and compliance with safety standards.
• Support multiple product and projects simultaneously, adapting to shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Document test results, assembly methods, and process updates with accuracy and clarity.

This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.

Must Have – Minimum Requirements 

• High School Diploma or GED 
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and may require vocational or technical education and advanced certification in addition to prior work experience 

Nice to Have 

• Hands-on experience with mechanical assemblies in a production or development environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead assembly processes, manage builds, and train/coordinate team members.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multitask across projects.
• Effective communicator—able to partner across functions (engineering, operations, quality) and give clear direction to operators.
• Familiarity with assembly equipment such as adhesive dispensers, thermal presses, laser markers, and inspection tools.
• Experience with inventory management systems and build documentation.
• Problem-solving mindset, comfortable working under limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline 
• Demonstrated mechanical testing for electromechanical devices 
• Demonstrated written and communication skills 
• Willingness to learn and grow skills 
• Ability to work in matrix organization, build and leverage network to solve problems 
• Experience working medical device or regulated industry 

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation
 

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$50,400.00 - $75,600.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

 

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

 

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

 

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. 
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.