Detail Polish (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday, 5:00 am - 5:30 pm)

Artivion Careers•Austin, TX

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Detail Polish role will perform all tasks involved in the detail polish portion of On-X LTI production, including hand polishing, shaping or blending small intricate parts using jeweler type equipment and microscopes and visually and dimensionally inspecting components for conformance to written specifications . Visually and dimensionally inspects components for conformance to written specification with the aid of a microscope. In some cases, there is a possibility for cross training in other areas, but the primary responsibilities are in Detail Polish.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Understanding of FDA & ISO manufacturing practices
Ability to adapt to changes in product style, tools, and work environment
Perform visual inspection using a microscope for extended periods of time
Maintain quality orientation and attention to detail
Good manual dexterity for handling small parts
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written instructions
Basic computer skills including at minimum, be adept in use of MS Office, internet, and electronic mail
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Required to read, write and speak English with good command of the language, follow verbal and written instructions and use simple math

Nice To Haves

2 years in a manufacturing environment, preferred
Experience in inspection or assembly or similar intricate hand work, preferred

Responsibilities

Visually inspect components with the aid of a microscope fitted with reticle.
Understand cosmetic and functional discrepancies, critical and non-critical areas to make pass/fail decisions.
Detail polish components using established methods and materials to remove anomalies while maintaining dimensions. This requires the use of small hand-held power tools (similar to a dental drill), collets and polishing compounds and the use of various polishing techniques.
Operate component cleaning and lasers etch equipment per written procedures. This requires monitoring and documenting results.
Shape or blend substrates or coated components effectively using various techniques per written procedures.
Perform in-process measurement using microscope reticles, profilometer, calipers, hand held mirror, or similar equipment.
Control traceability of components and proper sign-off of traveler and/or computer, continually ensuring that documentation is acceptable.
Keep work area and equipment in clean, orderly condition.
Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules with minimal supervision.
Observe safety practices concerning self and others.
Identify and recommend changes to solve problems that appear in the daily processes.
Understand and follow company and departmental policies and practices.
Keep supervisor advised of work status, workload, problems and progress as related to work assignments.
Other responsibilities as assigned.