Meet the Team
Join our Manufacturing Operations team and play a critical role in helping bring life-changing healthcare technology to patients around the world. As a Manufacturing Associate 2, you will support the production of high-quality products in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are top priorities. You'll work alongside experienced operators, technicians, engineers, and quality professionals while gaining hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing processes and equipment. If you are motivated to learn, enjoy working as part of a team, and take pride in producing products that make a meaningful difference in people's lives, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with Dexcom.
Where you come in :
* You perform hands-on assembly and fabrication of prototypes, engineering builds, and clinical builds that may deviate from standard manufacturing processes.
* You interpret and execute complex work instructions, technical drawings, and build documentation with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
* You collaborate with R&D engineers and operations support teams to support product development, process improvements, and design iterations.
* You document build activities, deviations, observations, and outcomes to support traceability and continuous feedback.
* You operate lab-scale and pilot production equipment safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established procedures.
* You conduct in-process inspections and functional testing to verify prototype performance and product quality.
* You support root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities related to new processes, materials, and product development.
* You maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment that meets safety and quality standards.
* You perform additional duties as assigned to support evolving R&D priorities and business needs.
What makes you successful :
* You demonstrate a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly techniques, and quality requirements within a development environment.
* You apply company policies, procedures, and work instructions to complete tasks accurately and effectively.
* You follow established processes for routine activities while remaining adaptable to changing priorities and non-standard builds.
* You communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Operations.
* You bring strong attention to detail and maintain accurate documentation to support compliance and traceability.
* You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities and processes may evolve during product development.
* You take initiative to identify issues, ask questions, and seek guidance when handling new or unfamiliar tasks.
* You contribute to a collaborative team environment and demonstrate a willingness to learn and support continuous improvement efforts.
* Your ability to balance quality, efficiency, and flexibility enables you to successfully support prototype, engineering, and clinical builds.
What you’ll get:
* A front row seat to life-changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
* A full and comprehensive benefits program.
* Growth opportunities on a global scale.
* Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
* An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
Travel Required:
* 0-5%
Experience and Education Requirements:
* Typically requires a minimum of 2-4 years of related experience and a High School diploma/certificate or equivalent.
Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its…