QC Inspector, Dimensional

Orchid•Oregon City, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The QC Inspector, Dimensional performs dimensional inspection of product at various stages of manufacture in accordance with established policies, practices, and procedures. The position reports to the Quality Control Supervisor and is based at Orchid’s Oregon City, Oregon site, which manufactures orthopedic implants through investment casting, 3D wax printing, machining, finishing, and coating.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
No previous work experience is required.
Working experience with mathematical ability, data entry, computer knowledge, communication, collaboration, handwriting, accuracy and attention to detail, quality inspection metrology tools, information processing, blueprint reading, GD&T, visual quality assurance, layout inspection, time management, and problem solving.
Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available.
Must be able to provide proof of U.S. 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

Experience in a scientific field.
Experience in quality inspection and Lean Manufacturing.
Technical trade school education or training.
American Society for Quality certification.

Responsibilities

Inspect in-house and vendor-produced wax, ceramic, and metal parts using blueprints, surface plates, precision measuring equipment, and inspection tools.
Record inspection results on written reports and forms; collect inspection data and communicate results.
Maintain accurate inspection and manufacturing documentation in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and Orchid requirements.
Review Device History Records, including inspection documentation.
Verify received raw materials meet specifications.
Perform visual, dimensional, cosmetic, and gauging inspections at receiving, in-process, final, packaging, and other production stages against customer and applicable requirements.
Use handheld measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gages, optical comparators, gage blocks, and dial indicators, as well as thread, plug, pin, and functional gages.
Monitor inspection equipment for proper operation and escalate equipment-related issues.
Communicate potential nonconforming situations to Quality Engineering and Quality Management; quarantine nonconforming or potentially nonconforming parts or materials.
Complete First Article Inspections and, under guidance, first-piece inspections and internal manufactured first articles.
Inspect customer-returned parts.
Train inspection personnel.
Work modified schedules as needed to support production requirements.
Support health and safety and comply with procedures, work instructions, forms, and training requirements under the Quality Management System.
Demonstrate an understanding of basic manufacturing concepts and processes.