Operations Technician

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions•Bridgeport, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Technician I performs various operations that support the production of parts at Orchid Orthopedic Solutions’ Bridgeport, Michigan manufacturing facility, which produces cutting tools for orthopedic, dental, and trauma applications. The role follows work orders to perform operations on parts and products, checks dimensions using appropriate measuring tools, and supports safe, quality-focused production practices. The position requires no previous work experience; manufacturing experience and a high school education or equivalent are preferred. The technician reports faulty equipment, defective material, and unusual conditions to a Supervisor or Lead; transports products using hand trucks, pallet jacks, carts, and tables; maintains clean and organized work areas and equipment; completes required training; and supports Lean Manufacturing, EHS, quality, and compliance initiatives. The role follows QMS procedures, work instructions, forms, and safety rules, reinforces safety expectations, and performs weekly housekeeping according to the 5S schedule. The position involves frequent stationary work and communication, constant handling and inspection of items and equipment, and occasional movement around the facility and equipment. Noise is an occasional working condition. The company describes a comprehensive benefits package and an inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer and provide proof of eligibility through eVerify; employment offers may be subject to background checks and drug screening based on position requirements.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent is preferred.
No previous work experience is required; manufacturing experience is preferred.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States and provide proof of work eligibility through eVerify.
Candidates offered employment may be required to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening based on position requirements.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.
High school education or equivalent.
Working experience with standard operating procedures, accuracy and attention to detail, time management, problem solving, quality inspection metrology tools, information capture, and manufacturing safety.
Extensive experience with hand dexterity.
Basic knowledge of mathematics, data entry, blueprint reading, quality management, and communication.

Responsibilities

Detect and report faulty equipment, defective material, and unusual conditions to the department Supervisor or Lead.
Safely transport products using hand trucks, pallet jacks, carts, and tables.
Dimensionally inspect work using appropriate tools, including calipers, comparators, pin gauges, measuring instruments, and surface plates as required.
Maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
Complete all required training.
Support Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives.
Support quality and compliance by following procedures, work instructions, and forms under the Quality Management System (QMS).
Follow work orders to perform operations on various parts and products.
Follow designated safety rules and regulations, reinforce safety expectations, and demonstrate safe operating practices.
Report issues and concerns to the Supervisor.
Perform weekly housekeeping according to the 5S schedule.