Assembler II

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 12 Oct 2026

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role

Bring your hands-on production experience to an exciting Assembler II role where you’ll help turn new product ideas into manufacturing-ready solutions. Working onsite with the NPI (New Product Introduction) team, you’ll build and refine products at a critical stage before they transition to full-scale manufacturing. You’ll have the opportunity to solve real production challenges, adapt to evolving processes, and make a direct impact on product quality and successful launches.

A Day in the Life

This position is part of the NPI (New Product Introduction) team. Employees will have the opportunity to work with new products and processes before they move into manufacturing.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

- Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations.
- Works from visual aids, method layouts, diagrams, schematics, process flow sheets and written or verbal assembly instructions.
- Sets initial layouts, and uses a variety of tools to prepare product(s).
- Makes continuity checks on work in process and completed.
- May conduct quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications.
- May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions.
- Maintain regular, punctual, and dependable attendance in accordance with company policies.
- Report to work on time and prepared to perform assigned duties at the start of each shift.
- Adhere to established work schedules, break periods, and overtime requirements as needed.
- Provide timely notification to management of absences, tardiness, or schedule issues.
- Demonstrate reliability and accountability in supporting team production goals and operational needs.
- Maintain satisfactory attendance and performance records.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.

- A safety-first mindset
- A positive attitude and interest in working in an NPI/new product environment
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English to effectively perform the essential duties of the position
- Requires High School Diploma (or equivalent)
- Requires minimum of 2 years of experience and may require vocational or technical education or certification in addition to prior work experience.
- Requires full job knowledge of production-related systems and procedures obtained through prior work experience or education.
- Physical Requirement: This position requires standing for extended periods, up to 8 hours per shift.

- Previous hands-on assembly/manufacturing production experience
- Experience using hand tools and production equipment
- Attendance and Reliability Responsibilities
- Strong attention to detail and quality awareness
- Ability to read and follow technical instructions
- Ability to learn and adapt to changing processes
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Quality – Attention to detail and ability to identify and correct quality issues

Nice to Have / Preferred

- Innovation and Complexity: Problems faced are routine and typically exist in current work processes and systems.
- Microscope usage experience
- Problem-solving & adaptability – Ability to learn new processes, troubleshoot issues, and adapt to changing NPI requirements.

Important role details:

- Scheduled Monday - Friday, 40 hours/week, flexible work arrangement
- Full-time position
- Location: On-site, Northridge ST, CA

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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

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$35,000.00 - $59,000.00

For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $35,000.00 - $59,000.00 USD.

Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

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

At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.

For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.

MiniMed Benefits Overview

About MiniMed

MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.

Learn more about our business, and our mission here .

It is the policy of MiniMed 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, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.