Amy Salazar Pulido
San Jose
Summary
Detail oriented Assembly Technician with experience in medical device manufacturing and cleanroom environments, specializing in assembly, quality inspection, and adherence to GMP and SOP standards. Skilled in maintaining sterile conditions, contamination controls, and accurate documentation in regulated settings. Eager to transition into Sterile Processing, bringing strong attention detail, infection prevention awareness, and a commitment to patient safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Externship
El Camino Health
Los Gatos, CA
03.2023 - 04.2026
- Assisting with decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments
- Supporting tray assembly and inspection of instruments for functionality and cleanliness
- Assisted with preparation and packaging of instrument trays for sterilization
- Learned proper use of biological indicators, chemical indicators, and sterilization logs
- Supported hospital flow by retrieving contaminated equipment from multiple departments and performed disinfection
- Observing and following infection control and aseptic techniques
- Learning operation of sterilization equipment (autoclaves, washers)
- Familiarized with SPM
- Assisted with transport and handling of instruments following infection control protocols
Assembly Technician 4
Intuitive Surgical
Sunnyvale, CA
08.2016 - 11.2025
- Medical device company specializing in robotic-assisted surgical systems and instruments
- Assembled Medical devices following Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPI)
- Trained and mentored new technicians, boosting team efficiency and workflow
- Maintained contamination control and cleanroom protocols to ensure product safety
- Performed rework and troubleshooting on defective instruments and equipment
- Collaborated with engineers to enhance product and functionality of equipment
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high standards
- Worked with microscopes and small components requiring high precision and attention to detail
- Performed detailed visual and functional inspections to identify defects and maintain high quality standards
- Followed GMP, SOP, and quality standards
Education
CSPDT -
The Certification Board For Sterile Processing
05.2026
Sterile Process Tech -
Silicon Valley Surgi-Tech Institute
Fremont, CA04.2026
BLS -
American Heart Association
01.2026
HS Diploma - undefined
Yerba Buena High School
San Jose, CA06.2014
Skills
- SOP & GMP Compliance
- Attention to detail
- CER experience
- Dependable and responsible
- Problem resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
CSPDT - 05/07/26, Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Externship
El Camino Health
03.2023 - 04.2026
Assembly Technician 4
Intuitive Surgical
08.2016 - 11.2025
HS Diploma - undefined
Yerba Buena High School
CSPDT -
The Certification Board For Sterile Processing
Sterile Process Tech -
Silicon Valley Surgi-Tech Institute
BLS -
American Heart Association