Metal Finishing, Polishing

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions LLC; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions LLC in Oregon City seeks an Operations Technician, Metal Finisher, Polishing I to perform finishing operations using conventional polishing and belting equipment in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications.

The role requires maintaining a clean, safe work environment, inspecting finished parts with calipers and gauges, and supporting Lean Manufacturing initiatives and QMS procedures. High school diploma preferred; no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Problem solving and quality inspection experience in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and precision in finishing operations.

Responsibilities

• Use automated finishing equipment per engineering drawings and customer specs.
• Protect parts during processing with masking and appropriate handling.
• Buff/polish using wheels, compounds, and speeds to achieve required finishes.
• Inspect parts with calipers, gauges, and fixtures to ensure conformity.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and safe handling practices.
• Follow Lean Manufacturing and QMS procedures and report issues.
• Complete required training and support ongoing improvements.

Skills

Problem Solving

Quality Inspection

SOP Adherence

Mathematical Ability

Manufacturing Safety

Active Learning

Information Capture

Hand Dexterity

Time Management

Data Entry

Communication

Blueprint Reading

Accuracy and Attention to Detail

Education

High School Or Equivalent

Tools

Measuring Instruments

Calipers

Surface Plates

Job description

Combining Strengths. Expanding Possibilities. Tecomet and Orchid are now one company. Explore more at www.tecomet.com.

ABOUT US

The 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.

SHIFT

ORE - Shift 2 ($.55) (United States of America - Oregon)

A BRIEF OVERVIEW

The Operations Technician, Metal Finisher, Polishing I, uses conventional polishing and belting equipment for the specific belting and/or polishing operations based on engineering drawings and customer specifications.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• 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
• 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 and 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, comparators, pin gauges, measuring instruments and surface plates, etc. as required.
• Perform weekly housekeeping per 5S schedule.
• Follow work orders to perform operations on various parts and products
• 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).
• Completes all required training.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• No previous work experience required (Preferred)
• Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

• Problem Solving - Working Experience
• Quality Inspection Metrology Tools - Working Experience
• Standard Operating Procedures - Working ExperienceQuality 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 - Basic Knowledge
• Communication - Basic Knowledge
• Blueprint Reading - Basic Knowledge
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently
• Must be able to move about the inside of the building - Occasionally
• Must be able to move equipment around the building - Occasionally
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders - Occasionally
• Must be able to position oneself and move under/around/over equipment - Occasionally
• Must be able to handle/adjust/inspect/position various items and equipment - Frequently
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with others - Occasionally
• Must be able to perform tasks that require repetitive handling/adjusting/inspecting/positioning of items and equipment - Constantly
• Must be able to distinguish and detect information such as writing and defects - Constantly

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Noise - Occasionally

WHAT WE OFFER

• 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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Candidates offered employment may be required to submit to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug-screening based on position requirements
• Applicants 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 time
• Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerify

At 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.