Foundry Operator- Grave Shift

Orchid MPS Holdings, LLC; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions in Oregon City, OR is hiring an Operations Technician II, Metalworking. You will operate and maintain forges, foundries, and furnaces to produce precise parts, inspect molds, and ensure products meet customer specs.

Cross-training across forging processes and FIFO seating per casting schedule. You’ll document daily production logs, follow 5S and safety rules, support Lean/EHS initiatives, and assist in training.

Qualifications

• High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)
• 1+ Year Prior Work Experience (Required)
• Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
• Operations Experience (Preferred)
• Knowledge of Quality Inspection Metrology Tools is expected

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Flash Fire unit and dewaxed molds per casting schedule.
• Inspect molds before and after dewax; load/unload molds for preheat furnaces.
• Operate induction furnace to cast molten alloy into molds; repair furnaces as needed.
• Sort molds and castings to maintain lot integrity; assist melt furnace operator.
• Complete daily production log documentation; follow 5S and safety rules.

Skills

Quality inspection metrology tools

SOP adherence

Quality management

Math ability

Manufacturing safety

Active learning

Information capture

Hand dexterity

Time management

Data entry

Communication

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Or Equivalent

Job description

Combining Strengths. Expanding Possibilities. Tecomet and Orchid are now one company. Explore more at www.tecomet.com.ABOUT USThe Oregon City, OR Site was established in 1969 and joined the Orchid team in 2012. The site focuses primarily on investment casting and 3D wax printing and machining and finishing and coating of orthopedic implants for extremities and large joint markets.Robotic wax assembly, internal tool and design, finished machining, polishing, and sintered bead coating are key capabilities of the site. Our 80,000 square foot, FDA registered site employs approximately 175 team members. We ship nearly 1 million hip and knee joint implants to our customers who, in turn, provide solutions that enable patients to live longer, active lives. Fully integrated, our site manufactures medical implants from start to finish complying with the ISO 13485:2016 standard.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.SHIFTORE - Shift 3 ($.85) (United States of America - Oregon)A BRIEF OVERVIEWThe Operations Technician II, Metalworking performs operations required to operate and maintain forges, foundries, and furnaces for producing parts and products. They are also cross-trained on and can perform numerous operations within forging without supervision. The Operations Tech, Foundry Operator, performs tasks to operate computer-controlled high temperature vacuum furnaces to ensure that parts meet customer specifications, as well as tasks related to receiving product to ensure that manufactured product is processed into the designated location in accordance with established policies, practices and proceduresWHAT YOU WILL DOOperate and maintain Flash Fire unit; Remove sealed molds from drying tunnel; Ensure molds to be dewaxed are properly sequenced FIFO per casting schedule.Inspect molds before and after dewax operations; Load and unload molds for preheat furnacesper daily scheduleOperate induction furnace to cast molten alloy into molds.Repair furnaces with linings and replacement of crucibles as required.Sort molds and castings to maintain lot integrity.Pull and set molds to sand pit to facilitate pouring of alloy into mold.Assist melt furnace operator in casting each alloy charge.Stage ingots for melt furnace operations per daily production schedule.Inventory alloy and maintain daily consumption log.Cut alloy ingots per daily casting production schedule.Set and check melt furnace temperature controls.Maintain precise documentation as related to daily production logCompletes 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 productsPerform different types of operations based on manufacturing needsAssist 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).EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Or Equivalent (Preferred)EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS1+ Year Prior Work Experience (Required)Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)Operations Experience (Preferred)KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESSManaging Multiple Priorities - Working ExperienceQuality Inspection Metrology Tools - Working ExperienceStandard Operating Procedures - Working ExperienceQuality Management - Basic KnowledgeMathematical Ability - Basic KnowledgeManufacturing Safety - Working ExperienceActive Learning - Basic KnowledgeInformation Capture - Working ExperienceHand Dexterity - Extensive ExperienceTime management - Working ExperienceData Entry - Working ExperienceCommunication - Working ExperienceBlueprint Reading - Working ExperienceAccuracy and Attention to Detail - Working ExperienceProblem Solving - Working ExperiencePHYSICAL DEMANDSMust be able to remain in a stationary position - OccasionallyMust be able to move about the inside of the building - ConstantlyMust be able to move equipment around the building - ConstantlyMust be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders - FrequentlyMust be able to position oneself and move under/around/over equipment - FrequentlyMust be able to handle/adjust/inspect/position various items and equipment - FrequentlyMust be able to communicate and exchange information with others - OccasionallyMust be able to perform tasks that require repetitive handling/adjusting/inspecting/positioning of items and equipment - FrequentlyMust be able to distinguish and detect information such as writing and defects - OccasionallyMust be able to move equipment - FrequentlyWORKING CONDITIONSNoise - FrequentlyWHAT WE OFFEROpportunity to work in a growing companyAbility to help people live a longer, more active lifeComprehensive benefit packageAbility to work in an organization that values:Integrity First: We do the right thingTeamwork: We are one OrchidResults: Our results matterADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSCandidates offered employment may be required to submit to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug-screening based on position requirementsApplicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this timeCandidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerifyAt Orchid, we fully support a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, hair type, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.Orchid Orthopedic Solutions only pays fees for solicited presentations of job seekers submitted through our preferred vendor job board by recruiters, employment agencies, or other parties.