Metal Finishing, Polishing

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 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 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.

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.