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Aerotek Catheter Builder in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Job Title: Level 3 Catheter Builder
Job Description
This role focuses on building complex catheter assemblies from start to finish within a cleanroom environment. You will follow detailed work instructions and production drawings to perform full catheter builds, including electromechanical assembly and wire-to-wire soldering for direct imaging catheters. The position requires precise work under a microscope, careful documentation, and thorough visual inspection to ensure high-quality medical device assemblies.
Responsibilities
Read and follow detailed work instructions, production drawings, and work orders to complete catheter assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Perform full catheter builds from start to finish, including liner stretching, bonding, annealing, braiding, reflow, stringing, and related processes.
Build catheter assemblies designed for direct imaging, including electromechanical assembly tasks as required.
Conduct wire-to-wire soldering as part of catheter and sub-assembly builds.
Work consistently within a cleanroom environment, adhering to all cleanliness and contamination-control procedures.
Use microscopes to assemble and inspect very small components and features of the catheter assemblies.
Operate and handle small hand tools and measuring devices, including micrometers, to ensure accurate dimensions and tolerances.
Perform visual inspections of assemblies and components to verify quality and conformance to specifications.
Document work accurately in travelers, quality management systems (QMS), or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Complete final packaging of catheters in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.
Communicate effectively with team members and leadership to clarify instructions, report issues, and support continuous improvement.
Maintain a high level of patience, diligence, and attention to detail while working with very small parts and intricate assemblies.
Essential Skills
3–4 years of experience in catheter assembly from start to finish, including full catheter build processes such as liner stretching, bonding, annealing, braiding, reflow, stringing, and use of micrometers for measuring.
Proven experience performing catheter assembly in a cleanroom environment.
Ability to build catheter assemblies and sub-assemblies using microscopes and small hand tools.
Experience working with direct imaging catheters and related electromechanical assembly tasks.
Ability to perform wire-to-wire soldering for medical device assemblies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to read work orders, follow production drawings, and receive instructions.
Ability to document work accurately in travelers, QMS systems, or ERP systems.
High level of hand dexterity and fine motor skills to work with very small components, both under a microscope and without magnification.
Demonstrated patience, diligence, and attention to detail in precision assembly work.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferably experience with balloon catheter building, including related specialized processes.
Experience in medical device assembly, particularly catheter or guidewire assembly in a cleanroom setting.
Comfort using microscopes for extended periods to perform detailed assembly and inspection tasks.
Familiarity with documentation and traceability requirements in regulated manufacturing environments.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented production setting.
Willingness to work within established procedures while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Why Work Here?
You will join a rapidly growing organization that has more than doubled in size over the last several years, offering strong long-term stability and career potential. The company provides a comprehensive total rewards package, including group medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with health savings and flexible spending account options. You will have access to company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits such as supplemental life and AD&D, short-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage. Employees also benefit from an Employee Assistance Program, accrued paid time off, floating holidays, paid holidays, and paid parental leave. A 401(k) plan with a company Safe Harbor contribution of 3% of eligible earnings supports long-term financial well-being. The culture emphasizes community and connection through regular events, shared meals, and activities that bring people together.
Work Environment
The role is based in a clean, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility with a well-appointed break room and modern equipment. Work is performed primarily in a cleanroom environment, requiring adherence to cleanroom protocols and appropriate attire suitable for medical device assembly. The position follows a first-shift schedule, Monday through Thursday, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The daily schedule includes a 30-minute paid break, a 30-minute unpaid lunch, and a 15-minute paid break, supporting a structured and predictable workday. The environment is collaborative and team-oriented, with frequent company-hosted events such as lunches, cultural-specific meals, barbecues, and other gatherings designed to foster a strong sense of community and engagement. The facility supports precision work with microscopes, small hand tools, and measurement devices, enabling consistent, high-quality catheter production. This posting covers Level 3 and Level 4 opportunities within the catheter building team.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.