ABOUT US

Join our team in Farmington Hills, MI and enable a longer, active life. This facility is climate-controlled and focuses on plasma spray coating for spine and large joint orthopedic implants. As a member of our team you can go from making ends meet to making a living - we offer a community environment, training, internal growth opportunities', tuition assistance, opportunity to earn overtime and more.

SHIFT

A BRIEF OVERVIEW
The Machine Operator, Coating Robot, HA is responsible for performing and maintaining basic programs and changing off-sets on a CNC style coating Robot. The Machine Operator, Coating Robot, HA reports to the Production Supervisor.
WHAT YOU WILL DO

• The Machinist, CNC reports directly to the area Supervisor.
• Performs basic machining functions to produce parts.
• Operates multiple machines simultaneously.
• Monitors the machine to ensure proper program performance.
• Completes shop work orders, inspection documentation, and daily maintenance sheets.
• Makes off sets and adjustments to machines with moderate supervision.
• Advocates for the health and safety of self, co-workers, customers, and the community.
• Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Completes all required training.
• Reads and understands customer specifications based on customer blueprints, Customer Requirement Sheets (CRS), and/or other written documentation; seeks clarification when needed.
• Preps and fixtures orthopedic implants, placing fixtures in machine, programming and operating machine.
• Performs general maintenance on equipment including filling hoppers with mesh, changing powder lots, and repairing fixtures.
• Confirms customer specifications are met by reviewing and signing off on CRS ("Customer Requirement Sheet").
• Ensures measurement equipment and other hand tools, such as calipers and micrometers, are maintained in good working order, replacing or requesting repair as needed.
• Records data on specified forms, both manual and computerized, when needed.
• Ensures defects or errors are immediately highlighted for supervisor review.
• Updates and improves job knowledge by participating in educational and training opportunities, Kaizen events, and other team-based opportunities.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complies with legal regulations.
• Responsible for following 5S practices in work area, performing general cleaning including sweeping, mopping and trash removal.
• Responsible for accurately clocking in/out for the day and on/off jobs throughout the day using internal computer software system.
• Performs other related duties and tasks as required.
• Lead quality and compliance by utilizing One Orchid global processes and complying with all Quality Management Systems (QMS) documentation requirements and establishing/supporting plan(s) to meet/exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Quality that support Safety, Compliance, Six Sigma Quality, On-Time Delivery (OTD) and financial objectives.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Lean Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
• Experience in Medical Device Manufacturing (Preferred)
• 1+ Years of Experience Operating Machining Equipment in a Manufacturing Environment (Preferred)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Machining Trade School (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

• Problem Solving - Working Experience
• Machine Set Up - Working Experience
• Visual Quality Assurance - Working Experience
• GD&T - Working Experience
• Blueprint Reading - Working Experience
• Information Processing - Basic Knowledge
• Quality Inspection Metrology Tools - Working Experience
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience
• Handwriting - Basic Knowledge
• Data Entry - Working Experience
• Mathematical Ability - Basic Knowledge
• Ability to read and understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, organized fashion to meet customer deadlines.
• Possess good problem-solving skills and be able to identify quality issues and bring to the attention of leadership quickly to contain defects.
• Possess good hand/eye coordination.
• Possess basic understanding of computer operations.
• Possess good interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Close visual inspection is required. Must have excellent color vision, corrected or un-corrected to 20/40.
• Knowledge of cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Processes), Quality Management Systems, ISO13485 requirements and FDA regulations
• Ability to apply logic and reasoning to solve problems, including identifying strengths/weaknesses, locating alternative solutions and conclusions, and approaches to problems; and making high-quality, timely decisions.

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 - 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
• Must be able to move equipment - Rarely

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Noise - Frequently

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
• Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerify

EOE, including disability/vets