## Textiles TechnicianApplylocations: Galway, Spiddal, Irelandtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R*****By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.
**Customer**We focus on our customers' success**Innovation**We create better solutions**Collaboration**We create success together**Inclusion**We always interact with others respectfully**Candor**We are open and honest with one another**Integrity**We do the right things and do things rightThe Medical Textiles Technician/Senior Medical Textiles Technician will report to Textiles Program Manager or Textiles R&D Engineer.
**ROLE**The Medical Textiles Technician/Senior Medical Textiles Technician shall support the R&D/Design Services area working on the design and development of innovative textiles-based new-product concepts - using both Biostable and Biodegradable polymer-based materials, using technologies such as Warp Knitting, Braiding, Weaving and Circular Knitting.
**RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES*** Perform all duties assigned by the Medical Textiles Program Manager* Assist in the design and development, prototype manufacturing and testing of new textiles-based devices as dictated by our Design-Services customer needs and as dictated by internal R&D Projects.
* Carry out operations in the Manufacturing & Testing, R&D Lab and Warehouse areas (as required) including processing, packing, and labelling.
* Demonstrate initiative in providing input to solving the processing challenges of these new products.
* Demonstrate initiative in always working on new devices with the plan of large scale/production manufacturing in mind.
Highlight any potential issue/concerns to larger volume manufacturing.
* Complete and comply with all documentation as required in the Design & Control process (training to be provided).
* Adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practice requirements as associated with a Class8 Clean Environment* Take full ownership for traceability and control of all R&D materials within the cleanroom* Ensure that all duties are carried out in a safe manner.
* Adhere to all General Process Specifications (GPS Procedures) as per Textiles Technician Training Plan* Revise Manufacturing Process Specifications and other documentation as appropriate.
* Assist in and become involved in cost saving ideas.
* Perform line clearances as required when processing R&D work within the cleanroom* Perform computer applications as required.
* Performs other related duties, as assigned**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE*** 3-5 years' experience in a similar role ideally within a medical device environment.
Excellent attention to detail, good technical capabilities, communication skills, teamwork abilities and high-initiative are all key requirements.
Previous experience with polymer fibres (Biostable and/or degradable) plus experience of Warp-Knitting, Braiding, Circular Knitting or Weaving is highly desirable.
#IND1
#J-*****-Ljbffr