Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Additive Manufacturing

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Orchid Orthopedic Solutions provides solutions for orthopedic implant procedures enabling a longer, active life. Working in an industry that has the ability to impact lives in such a profound way has proved to be a strong motivator for Orchid. The Lansing facility specializes in the forging and machining of hip and knee implants across our 3 campus. A career with Orchid provides growth opportunities, a great benefits package including performance bonuses, insurance, 401(k) with company match and paid time off.

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The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for varied engineering assignments requiring a broad knowledge of an engineering specialty. He/she uses and applies advanced engineering principles and has a working knowledge of advanced technical research with a particular field of specialization. He/she plans, conducts, and coordinates engineering assignments. He/she participates in planning objectives; evaluates complex, special and advanced engineering tasks; and, investigates and advises on unusual and difficult problems encountered in an engineering practice.

He/she may give periodic technical guidance to less experienced professionals or technicians assigned to work on a common project.

• Participates in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews with internal teams. Reviews drawings, 3D models, and specifications to facilitate manufacturability.
• Creates, requests, and/or updates various documentation including customer-specific requirements, non-disclosure agreements, routings, and Bill of Materials.
• Assists in designing and managing the fabrication or acquisition of fixtures used in various processes. Ensures the successful implementation of fixtures on the production floor.
• Participates in and occasionally leads problem solving teams utilizing lean manufacturing methods.
• Assists in creating programs (such as Laser Marking programs),3D models, associates fixtures, drawings, templates, overlays, etc.
• Collaborates with Operations Analysts to ensure data is available, monitored, and reported with a consistent approach. Supports implementation of any management system at the site level.
• Participates in ensuring processes are in place to deliver site annual and strategic objectives, including but not limited to OEE and VAPD performance, productivity, capacity planning, and capital investment.
• Participates in the required training that is delivered to the site team in support of site goals, objectives, and program management milestones. Occasionally authors work instructions for new processes.
• Ensures key program implementation milestones are understood, communicated, and aligned.
• Participates in planning objectives. Evaluates complex, special and advanced engineering tasks.
• Plans, conducts and coordinates engineering assignments as directed by Engineering manager or director.
• Investigates and advises on unusual and difficult problems encountered in an engineering practice.
• Assists in creating Standard Work Instructions for various operations.
• Interacts and communicates with customers to inform them of critical details on new product launches.
• Performs and assists in validations and revalidations as necessary and creates protocols.

• Bachelor (Required)
• Master (Preferred)

• 5+ Years of Engineering Experience (Required)
• 7+ Years of Engineering Experience (Preferred)
• 2+ Years of Experience in a Manufacturing Environment (Preferred)
• Experience Operating CNC Equipment/Machining (Preferred)
• Lean Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
• Exposure to integrated business planning (Sales & Operations Planning process), quality system deployment, and lean manufacturing in an industrial setting (Preferred)

• Operational Functions - Working Experience
• Quality Management - Extensive Experience
• Problem Solving - Extensive Experience
• Communication - Working Experience
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience
• Manufacturing Trends & Directions - Working Experience
• Lean Manufacturing - Extensive Experience
• Drafting - Working…