CMM Operator

ABOUT US

Orchid's Arab site in northern Alabama is not far from Huntsville, rated #1 best place to live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report . Arab is centrally located to world class recreation and attractions, as well as top-ranked schools and low cost of living. The Arab, AL site was established in 2007 and joined the Orchid team in 2012.

Our 70,000 square foot facility employees approximately 200 team members. We focus primarily on advanced machining of complex instruments for the large joint, spine and trauma markets. Our key products are instruments, implants, and trials. A career at Orchid provides competitive benefits, the ability to take on new responsibilities, and learn and grow in your career.

ALA - Shift 1 ($0) (United States of America - Alabama)

The CMM Operator I sets up and operates CMM to make precise measurement of parts for first article inspection, in-process checks, final inspection, investigation of issues, and qualification of parts or tooling. They are responsible for maintaining CMM programs to support part inspection on complex machined components and parts. They provide support for Production and Engineering to ensure requirements of document quality systems, procedures, alerts, and instructions are followed, including software control and CMM program correlation.

• Performs testing and inspection at various stages of production, visual and dimensional inspection
• Tests and inspects at various product stages during production for defects, such as scratches, burrs, surface finish, and dimensional variances. Notifies Leads and other parties of production issues and assists with identifying and correcting problems in a timely manner
• Quarantines non-conforming parts
• Completes necessary paperwork to fulfill customer requirements and quality requirements, e.g. recording test data, recording quantities inspected
• Sets-up and operates CMM to make precise measurement of parts
• Analyzes layout, operation and detailed part inspections on various components on CMM and bench setups
• Set up and executes documentation detailing preparation, part orientation and operational instructions for other inspection personnel
• Performs mechanical measurements and reports results using CMM and other gauges, as needed for first article inspection, investigation of issues, and qualification of parts or tooling and in-process inspection as well as final inspection
• Verifies conformance of parts to specifications and drawing requirements
• Summarizes results and communicates them as needed
• Ensures customer and quality standards are met
• Ensures compliance with medical device regulations
• Advocates for the health and safety of self, co-workers, customers, and the community
• Supports quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Completes all required training

• High School or Equivalent (Required)
• Associate’s (Preferred)

• Experience in Quality Inspection and Lean Manufacturing (Preferred)
• Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)

• Any Trade School (Preferred)

• GD&T - Working Experience
• Quality Inspection Metrology Tools - Working Experience
• Calibration - Working Experience
• Communication - Basic Knowledge
• Teamwork - Basic Knowledge
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Extensive Experience
• Data Entry - Extensive Experience
• Problem Solving - Working Experience

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently
• Must be able to move about the inside of the building - Rarely
• Must be able to move equipment around the building - Occasionally
• Must be able to position oneself and move under/around/over equipment - Rarely
• Must be able to handle/adjust/inspect/position various items and equipment - Constantly
• 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