Operations Technician

orchidortho; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee bonuses

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions in Memphis, TN is seeking an Operations Technician I, Finishing to perform grinding, buffing, trimming, and chemical treatments on parts to achieve the required surface finish.

You will safely transport product, maintain clean work areas and tools, inspect dimensions with calipers and gauges, follow safety rules, support Lean Manufacturing and the Quality Management System, and complete all required training.

Qualifications

• High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)
• No previous work experience required (Preferred)
• Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• 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 calipers, comparators, pin gauges, measuring instruments and surface plates.
• 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.

Skills

Problem solving

Metrology tools

SOPs

Quality management

Math skills

Safety

Active learning

Data entry

Dexterity

Time management

Communication

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

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 US

Our 32,500 square foot facility in Memphis, TN is a tight-knit community of less than 100 team members. Unlike other manufacturing companies, we manufacture medical devices that help people live a longer, more active life. Specifically, we focus on bead coating and our proprietary Asymmatrix coating for orthopedic implants in the extremities and large joint markets. A career with Orchid provides training and growth opportunities, excellent benefits package, including performance bonuses, insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and the opportunity to work with supportive, hardworking team members. For more information, please visit www.orchid-ortho.com

SHIFT

MEM - Shift 1 ($0) (United States of America - Tennessee)

A BRIEF OVERVIEW

The Operations Technician I, Finishing performs various operations including but not limited to grinding, buffing, trimming, and chemical treatment on parts to achieve the required surface dimension and finish.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• 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 Experience
• Quality 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 handle/adjust/inspect/position various items and equipment - Frequently

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 - Frequently

Must be able to distinguish and detect information such as writing and defects - Frequently

Must be able to move equipment - Occasionally

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.

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.