Operations Tech, Blasting
Orchid
Summary
The Operations Technician, Blasting, inspects incoming product, rejects, or approves product; attaches special tape or other material to the product to protect areas to be coating-free; blasts areas to be coated; removes tape and re-tapes product for coating process. This position requires hands-on craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Job description
A Brief Overview
The Operations Technician, Blasting, inspects incoming product, rejects, or approves product; attaches special tape or other material to the product to protect areas to be coating-free; blasts areas to be coated; removes tape and re-tapes product for coating process. This position requires hands-on craftsmanship and attention to detail.
What You Will Do
- Completes all required training.
- Use pallet jack, carts and tables to safely transport product.
- Maintain work area, tools and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
- Follow designated safety rules and regulations.
- Support Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives.
- Inspect work, using appropriate tools including, but not limited to; calipers, pin gauges, measuring instruments and surface plates, etc. as required.
- Perform daily/weekly/monthly housekeeping per 5S schedule.
- Detect and report faulty equipment, defective material and any unusual conditions to the department Supervisor or Lead.
- 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).
- Utilizes fine motor skills and superior eyesight to inspect incoming product, attach tape to protect areas specified by customer requirements, blasts areas to be coated, and removes tape and re-tapes product before sending product to the coating operation.
- Following the coating operation, unmasks the product a final time, inspects a final time, and sends product to the Final Inspection area.
Education Qualifications
High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)
Experience Qualifications
- No previous work experience required (Preferred)
- Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
- Experience working in an FDA regulatory environment (Preferred)
Knowledge & Skills That Enable Success
- Time management - 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
- Data Entry - Basic Knowledge
- Communication - Basic Knowledge
- Blueprint Reading - Basic Knowledge
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience
- Problem Solving - Working Experience
Requirements
- High School or equivalent (preferred)
- No previous work experience required (preferred)
- Manufacturing experience (preferred)
- Experience working in an FDA regulatory environment (preferred)
- Time management
- Quality inspection
- Metrology tools
- Standard operating procedures
- Quality management
- Mathematical ability
- Manufacturing safety
- Active learning
- Information capture
- Hand dexterity
- Data entry
- Communication
- Blueprint reading
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Benefits
- Performance Bonuses
- Medical Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Orchid is a leading medical device company specializing in orthopedic implant manufacturing and contract manufacturing services. The company focuses on developing and producing high-quality orthopedic implants, instruments, and surgical solutions for joint reconstruction, trauma, and spine applications. With advanced manufacturing capabilities and expertise in materials science, Orchid provides comprehensive solutions to orthopedic device manufacturers worldwide. The company operates state-of-the-art facilities with capabilities in machining, forging, casting, and surface treatments for medical-grade metals and polymers. Orchid's commitment to quality and innovation has established it as a trusted partner in the orthopedic industry, serving both large multinational corporations and emerging medical device companies. Their expertise spans the entire product lifecycle from design and development through manufacturing and post-market support.