Production Associate I

at Phonak in Aurora, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Who we are
You enjoy creating and innovating. You never stop striving for better. You take responsibility and you get results. You love being part of a team. Above all, you want your work to matter: Welcome to our world! At Sonova we create sense by bringing sound to life. Our innovative hearing care solutions help millions of people enjoy life's unforgettable moments.
We offer exceptional career opportunities through market-leading brands from consumer to medical, products and services that keep pushing hearing care forward, and a culture where you can quickly belong and perform at your best.
If you want the freedom to explore, opportunities to grow, and make positive change on people lives through your work, this is the place for you.
Join Sonova. Create sense.

Aurora (IL), United States

Production Associate I

154403

Who we are
In a life without sound, our work provides meaning. As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, we are not just a company that makes products: we are a team on a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing. To enable a life without limitations, through our core business brands - Advanced Bionics, Audiological Care, Phonak, Sennheiser (under license) and Unitron - we develop, manufacture and distribute solutions that push the limits of technology and redefine the future of our industry.
Aurora, IL
Production Associate I
The entry level Hearing Device Technician will perform manufacturing functions associated with assembly of custom hearing aid products and/or Behind The Ear (BTE) devices.

Responsibilities:
May perform any or all of the following Custom hearing device functions (In the ear- ITE/sound delivery system-SDS)

ITE/SDS Device Preparation-Cut / Trim / Sanding
ITE/SDS Lacquer and Options (removal filament, removal notch, microphone screen)
May perform any or all of the following Behind The Ear functions
BTE Device Preparation- Assembly, Service, or Serial Number Marketing

May perform any or all of the following Sound Delivery System functions

SDS Modifications
SDS cShell cable installation
Closing cShell
SDS Connector Installation
Other Responsibilities to include:
Faceplate preparation Digital Cover Customization
Distribution of production orders
Maintain workstation in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
Visually inspect product, identify defects/rejects, and escalate issues as required
Perform daily workstation clean up
Active participation in quality improvement processes
Initiate process improvements and motivate peers to achieve team goals
Meet established individual and team goals

More about you:
1 - 3 years' experience in manufacturing
Flexibility to various positions as business needs require
Ability to follow and understand work instructions
Demonstrated understanding of electro static discharge and handling of material with established safety procedures
Willingness to work in a team environment
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate and comprehend English
Basic Computer skills
Strong Manual dexterity for use of small pieces and hand tools
Must be able to perform repetitive motions using both hands
Excellent vision to read small font, count, verify, and audit inventory locations
Ability to stand/walk for 1 hour and sit for 7 hours a day
Lift weight up to 20 lbs
-Perform other duties as assigned

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova
Don't meet all the criteria? If you're willing to go allin and learn we'd love to hear from you!

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered.Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact

What we offer:
Medical, dental and vision coverage*
Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
TeleHealth options
401k plan with company match*
Company paid life/ad&d insurance
Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
STD LTD Buy-ups available
Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
Legal/ID Theft Assistance
PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
Paid parental bonding leave
Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and... For full info follow application link.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.