Operations Technician, Metal Finisher, Polishing

Orchid•Holt, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions provides solutions for orthopedic implant procedures enabling a longer, active life. Working in an industry that has the ability to impact lives in such a profound way has proved to be a strong motivator for Orchid. The Lansing facility specializes in the forging and machining of hip and knee implants across our 3 campus. A career with Orchid provides growth opportunities, a great benefits package including performance bonuses, insurance, 401(k) with company match and paid time off. For more information, please visit www.orchid-ortho.com The Operations Technician, Metal Finisher, Polishing II, uses conventional polishing and belting equipment for the specific belting and/or polishing operations based on engineering drawings and customer specifications. They can process rework and can perform polishing operations on at least 2 part families without supervision.

Requirements

1+ Year Prior Work Experience (Required)
Managing Multiple Priorities - Working Experience
Quality Inspection Metrology Tools - Working Experience
Standard Operating Procedures - Working Experience
Quality Management - Basic Knowledge
Mathematical Ability - Basic Knowledge
Manufacturing Safety - Working Experience
Active Learning - Basic Knowledge
Information Capture - Working Experience
Hand Dexterity - Extensive Experience
Time management - Working Experience
Data Entry - Working Experience
Communication - Working Experience
Blueprint Reading - Working Experience
Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience
Problem Solving - Working Experience

Nice To Haves

High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)
Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
Operations Experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Use automated finishing equipment to acquire specified finished called-out on engineering drawings.
Use masking equipment to protect parts during manual operations.
Use conventional buffing/polishing equipment along with appropriate buffing materials (wheels, compound and machine speed) to acquire specified finishes called-out on engineering drawings.
Use conventional belting equipment for specific belting operations based on the information on engineering drawings.
Use air and/or electric handheld tools for specific detailing areas on parts that are usually confined or the inside diameter of a cylindrical part
Completes all required training.
Use hand truck, pallet jack, carts and tables to safely transport product.
Maintain work area, tools and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
Detect report faulty equipment, defective material and any unusual conditions to the department Supervisor or Lead.
Follow designated safety rules and regulations.
Support Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives.
Dimensionally inspect work, using appropriate tools including, but not limited to; calipers, pin gauges, measuring instruments and surface plates, etc. as required.
Perform weekly housekeeping per 5S schedule.
Detect report faulty equipment, defective material and any unusual conditions to the department Supervisor or Lead.
Follow work orders to perform operations on various parts and products
Perform different types of operations based on manufacturing needs
Assist in training of personnel as directed by the department Supervisor or Lead.
Reinforces safety expectations.
Ensures safety operating practices are demonstrated.
Reports issues/concerns to Supervisor.
Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS).

Benefits

Opportunity to work in a growing company
Ability to help people live a longer, more active life
Comprehensive benefit package
Ability to work in an organization that values: Integrity First: We do the right thing Teamwork: We are one Orchid Results: Our results matter

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