Machinist Operator II (Shift 2nd & 3rd)

Smith+Nephew•Memphis, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. This position requires a person to perform simple to moderate set-ups and operate manual/CNC equipment to manufacture medical components from raw material in a team-based environment. Must be able to comply with all governing rules including Smith & Nephew policies and procedures and adhere to safety and cleanliness practices in the workplace. This position works under moderate supervision. Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of experience in the operation of machining or technical school equivalent
Experience with basic shop math computations including geometry and Trigonometry.
Able to complete simple inspections
Knowledgeable of operation of hand finishing medical components.

Nice To Haves

Completion of machinist program or degree program preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform set-ups and operate CNC and manual metal fabricating equipment.
Operate multiple machines simultaneously.
Actively participate in product/process improvement and development.
Set up and operate various inspection instruments as required.
Ability to make minor fixture modifications and repairs.
Troubles shoot problems in production and development.
Provide other machinists with technical support.
Prepare material and work orders for production as needed.
Read and understand blueprints.
Establish cutter compensation and tool offsets.
Identify and change dull tooling.
All essential job functions of a Machinist.
Set up and operate various inspection equipment as required.
Complete and understand documentation needed to comply with Smith & Nephew policies, Quality Manual and procedures including but not limited to: FDA, QSR and various domestic and international standards and regulations, company policies and procedures, labor transactions and bar code scanning.
Safety, cleanliness of equipment and company products, including but not limited to simple maintenance as required, clean work area after every shift, comply with all health, safety and environmental policies, procedures and job hazard assessments applicable to specified job activities including medical evaluations as required by job function.
Perform other related duties as assigned.