Visual Inspector, Rough Casting

Orchid; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work in a growing team

Comprehensive benefit package

Ability to help people live longer, a2

Job summary

Orchid in Oregon City is seeking an Operations Technician II, Manual Production to perform various operations including straightening, buffing, and grinding on parts to achieve the required dimensional specifications. They are also cross-trained on and can perform numerous operations within manual production without supervision.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and Lean Manufacturing, with a requirement for High School or equivalent and 1+ year of manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• High School Or Equivalent (Preferred).
• Manufacturing Experience (Preferred).
• 1+ Year Prior Work Experience (Required).
• Operations Experience (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform Visual & Dimensional Inspection of castings per tech card using tools such as hand grinding equipment and measuring tools.
• Confirm discrepancies using calipers, pin gauges and surface profilometers as required.
• Rework discrepancies per tech card and route to salvage with proper documentation.
• Review rework and scrap castings with department lead.
• Identify and record as 'Scrap' all castings not meeting specifications after rework.
• Route scrap castings to designated area.
• Complete necessary documentation including process routing cards and scrap tags.
• Perform or assist in training personnel as directed by supervisory staff.
• Transport products safely using hand trucks and carts.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and report faulty equipment or material.
• Follow safety rules and support Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives.
• Dimensionally inspect work with calipers, gauges and surface plates as required.
• Perform weekly housekeeping per 5S.
• Follow work orders and perform operations on various parts and products.

Skills

Multitasking

Quality inspection

Dimensional measurement

Documentation

Time management

Communication

Blueprint reading

Accuracy and attention to detail

Education

High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)

Tools

Calipers

Pin gauges

Measuring instruments

Surface profilometers

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 1 ($0) (United States of America - Oregon)

A BRIEF OVERVIEW

The Operations Technician II, Manual Production performs various operations including but not limited to straightening, buffing, and grinding on parts to achieve the required dimensional specifications. They are also cross-trained on and can perform numerous operations within manual production without supervision.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Perform Visual & Dimensional Inspection of castings per tech card using appropriate tools including, but not limited to; hand grinding equipment, measuring tools.

• Confirm discrepancies using appropriate tools including, but not limited to calipers, pin gages, measuring instruments and surface profilometers as required.

• Rework discrepancies as allowed by tech card using appropriate tools, route to salvage operations as necessary with required documentation.

• Review rework and scrap castings with department lead as necessary.

• Identify and record as “Scrap” all castings that do not meet customer specifications after rework.

• Route “Scrap” castings to designated area.

• Complete proper documentation as required including, but not limited to, process routing card, salvage router, scrap tags, dimensional reports, etc.

• Perform or assist in performing training of personnel as directed by the department supervisor or lead.

• 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, 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

• Perform different types of operations based on manufacturing needs.

• Assist in training of personnel as directed by the department Supervisor or Lead.

• 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

• Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
• 1+ Year Prior Work Experience (Required)
• Operations Experience (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

• Managing Multiple Priorities - 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 - Working Experience
• Communication - Working Experience
• Blueprint Reading - Working Experience
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience
• Problem Solving - 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 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 - Occasions

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.