Lathe Machinist - 2nd Shift

Avalign Technologies Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Avalign Technologies Inc. is seeking a Lathe Operator for the 2nd shift in Portland, OR. You will operate CNC lathes to manufacture medical implants and instruments, inspect parts, and document results in records and logs.

The role requires reading prints, using calipers and micrometers, and performing basic maintenance and setup within the first year.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of previous machine operation experience in metal manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing prints.
• Proficient in the use of handheld measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
• Possess efficient math skills and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes to manufacture medical implants and instruments.
• Load and unload parts; perform inspections against prints.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Document all tasks in work orders and logs.
• Verify ID and traceability of parts before machining.
• Reference drawings and process instructions before starting.
• Follow department standard operating procedures.

Skills

CNC lathe operation

Read manufacturing prints

Math skills

Documentation & records

Basic computer skills

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

The Lathe Operator will operate CNC Lathes to manufacture medical implants and instruments. Perform inspection of machined parts for acceptability per manufacturing prints. Effectively maintain equipment as required.

This position is scheduled for 2nd shift 2:30a - 10:30p M-F.

What You’ll Do:

• Use handheld tools such as calipers and micrometers to inspect machined parts.
• Load and unload medical implants for machining.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance.
• Read and interpret manufacturing prints.
• Become proficient in minor to complete setup, program download and operation of CNC machinery within the first year of employment.
• Accurately and consistently document all performed tasks on appropriate records (work orders, inspection sheets, maintenance logs, Machine Metrics, Net Inspect etc.).
• Inspect documents for previously completed operation sign off and verify part counts before beginning any manufacturing operation.
• Perform required maintenance checks of equipment before beginning any manufacturing operation.
• Prior to use, ensure measuring equipment has been calibrated, is not beyond calibration date, and is in good working condition.
• Follow established protocol to maintain ID & traceability of product and documentation. Do not perform operation if ID is questionable.
• Reference applicable drawings, specifications, and Manufacturing Process Instructions before beginning any manufacturing operation.
• Follow department Standard Process Instructions.

What You’ll Need:

• At least 1 year of previous machine operation experience in metal manufacturing preferred. Senior position available for more experienced operators.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing prints
• Proficient in the use of hand held measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
• Possess efficient math skills
• Basic computer skills