Operations Tech, Finishing

Orchid MPS Holdings, LLC; Arab (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Orchid MPS Holdings, LLC is seeking an Operations Technician I to support production of parts. You will perform belting and polishing, buffing, die grinding, blasting, and tumbling, following engineering drawings and quality standards.

You will fill out paperwork, maintain a clean workspace, and report issues to supervision while following Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives, safety rules, and 5S practices. This role requires hands-on dexterity and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Standard Operating Procedures – Working Experience
• Mathematical Ability – Basic Knowledge
• Data Entry – Basic Knowledge
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail – Working Experience
• Time management – Working Experience
• Problem Solving – Working Experience
• Hand Dexterity – Extensive Experience
• Active Learning – Working Experience
• Quality Inspection Metrology Tools – Working Experience
• Information Capture – Working Experience
• Blueprint Reading – Basic Knowledge
• Quality Management – Basic Knowledge
• Manufacturing Safety – Working Experience
• Communication – Basic Knowledge

Responsibilities

• Belting/Polishing – uses conventional polishing and belting lathes for the specific belting and/or polishing operations based on the information on engineering drawings.
• Buffing – uses conventional buffing/polishing lathes along with appropriate buffing materials to acquire specified finishes called-out on engineering drawings.
• Die grinding – uses air and/or electric hand held tools for specific grinding or detailing tasks.
• Blasting – selects proper media and machine settings per drawings/instructions.
• Tumbling – uses centrifugal and vibratory equipment with appropriate media and water flow to achieve required finishes.
• Complete paperwork and labor reporting transactions.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and leave it clean for others.
• Detect and report faulty equipment or defective material to supervisor.
• Safely transport product using hand truck or pallet jack.
• Dimensionally inspect work using calipers, gauges, and surface plates.

Skills

Hand Dexterity

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Time Management

Data Entry

Blueprint Reading

Quality Inspection Metrology Tools

Mathematical Ability

Active Learning

Communication

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Surface Plates

Job description

**A BRIEF OVERVIEW** The Operations Technician I performs various operations that support the production of parts. **WHAT YOU WILL DO*** Belting/Polishing - uses conventional polishing and belting lathes for the specific belting and/or polishing operations based on the information on engineering drawings, ex. Fiber-wheel finish and/or Satin finish. (Product knowledge required).* Buffing – uses conventional buffing/polishing lathes along with appropriate buffing materials (wheels, compound and machine speed) to acquire specified finishes called-out on engineering drawings.* Die grinding - uses air and/or electric hand held tools for specific grinding, flapping or detailing an area on a part that is usually confined or the inside diameter of a cylindrical part.* Blasting – determines proper media to be used based on the information taken from the engineering drawings and/or the work instructions and the proper machine and machine settings.* Tumbling - uses centrifugal and vibratory equipment to perform mass finishing operations and must have the knowledge to select the appropriate media, compound and water flow to achieve the necessary finish required.* Properly fills out and completes paperwork and labor reporting transactions.* Maintains cleanliness of the work area and leaves the work area in clean condition for others when finished.* Detect and report faulty equipment, defective material and any unusual conditions to the department Supervisor or Lead.* Use hand truck, pallet jack, carts and tables to safely transport product.* Dimensionally inspect work, using appropriate tools including, but not limited to; calipers, comparators, pin gauges, measuring instruments and surface plates, etc. as required.* Maintain work area, tools and equipment in a clean and organized condition.* Complete all required training.* Support Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives.* Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS)* Follow work orders to perform operations on various parts and products* Follow designated safety rules and regulations.* Reinforces safety expectations. Ensures safety operating practices are demonstrated. Reports issues/concerns to Supervisor.* Perform weekly housekeeping per 5S schedule.**KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS*** Standard Operating Procedures - Working Experience* Mathematical Ability - Basic Knowledge* Data Entry - Basic Knowledge* Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience* Time management - Working Experience* Problem Solving - Working Experience* Hand Dexterity - Extensive Experience* Active Learning - Working Experience* Quality Inspection Metrology Tools - Working Experience* Information Capture - Working Experience* Blueprint Reading - Basic Knowledge* Quality Management - Basic Knowledge* Manufacturing Safety - Working Experience* Communication - Basic Knowledge**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 position oneself and move under/around/over equipment - Occasionally* Must be able to handle/adjust/inspect/position various items and equipment - Constantly* Must be able to communicate and exchange information with others - Frequently* 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 - Frequently**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 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.