Sandblast Operator

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit package

Opportunity to work in a growing company

Contribute to active lifestyles

Job summary

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions in Oregon City is seeking an Operations Technician I to engage in multiple manufacturing processes including grinding, buffing, and inspection. This role does not require previous work experience but preferred manufacturing experience, providing an entry point into a growing company.

Successful candidates will exhibit teamwork and problem-solving skills, alongside a commitment to safety and quality management. Join us to help people live a longer, more active life while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• No previous work experience required, but manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of quality management and mathematical ability.
• Working experience with problem solving and quality inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate cleaning and passivation line equipment and perform visual inspections.
• Utilize various grinding, buffing, and chemical treatment techniques.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives.

Skills

Problem Solving

Quality Inspection Metrology Tools

Standard Operating Procedures

Manufacturing Safety

Time Management

Accuracy and Attention to Detail

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Shift

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

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

• Operate auto and manual cleaning and passivation line.
• Operate laser marking equipment.
• Perform product cleaning and visual inspection.
• Perform cleaning operations of castings using various sandblast equipment per tech card.
• Inspect and maintain blast cabinets, media, nozzles and hoses to ensure proper cleaning.
• Use conventional belting equipment for specific belting operations based on engineering drawings, e.g., Fiber-wheel finish and/or Satin finish.
• Use air and/or electric handheld tools for specific grinding, deburring, or detailing of confined areas or inside diameters of cylindrical parts.
• Select, align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines.
• Determine proper media based on engineering drawings and/or work instructions and set machine settings appropriately.
• Complete proper documentation such as process routing cards, salvage router and scrap forms.
• Use hand truck, pallet jack, carts and tables to safely transport product.
• Maintain work area, tools and equipment in a clean, 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 such as calipers, comparators, pin gauges, measuring instruments and surface plates as required.
• Perform weekly housekeeping per 5S schedule.
• Follow work orders to perform operations on various parts and products.
• Reinforce safety expectations, ensuring safe operating practices and reporting issues/concerns to Supervisor.
• Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions and forms per the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Complete 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 – Frequently
• Must be able to move equipment around the building – Frequently
• 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 – 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
• Must be able to move equipment – 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 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.