Operations Tech, Cleanline

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions•Farmington Hills, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Technician, Cleanline inspects incoming product and approves or rejects it. The role ensures implants are correctly unmasked and cleaned, and includes daily maintenance checks, passivating implants, and verifying that quality standards are met. This hands-on position requires craftsmanship and attention to detail. The Farmington Hills, Michigan facility focuses primarily on plasma spray coating for orthopedic implants. The technician follows work orders and established procedures, uses inspection tools to check products, and works independently. The role also includes maintaining a clean and organized work area, following safety practices, and supporting Lean Manufacturing, environmental health and safety, quality, and compliance initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
No previous work experience required; prior manufacturing experience is preferred.
Experience working in an FDA-regulated environment is preferred.
Working experience with time management, quality inspection/metrology tools, standard operating procedures, manufacturing safety, information capture, and accuracy and attention to detail.
Basic knowledge of quality management, mathematical ability, active learning, data entry, communication, and blueprint reading.
Extensive hand dexterity experience.
Working experience with problem solving.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.
Experience working in an FDA-regulated environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Complete all required training.
Safely transport product using a pallet jack, carts, and tables.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, tools, and equipment.
Follow designated safety rules and regulations and reinforce safety expectations.
Support Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives.
Inspect work using appropriate tools, including calipers, pin gauges, measuring instruments, and surface plates as required.
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly housekeeping according to the 5S schedule.
Detect and report faulty equipment, defective material, unusual conditions, and other issues or concerns to the Supervisor or Lead.
Follow work orders to perform operations on various parts and products.
Adhere to procedures, work instructions, and forms within the Quality Management System (QMS).
Inspect incoming product.
After the coating operation, unmask and inspect product for a final time, then send it to the Final Inspection area.
Use basic inspection gauges such as calipers and micrometers.
Perform daily maintenance checks and passivate implants.