Operations Tech, Coating

Company Overview

Combining Strengths. Expanding Possibilities. Tecomet and Orchid are now one company. Explore more at  The Oregon City, OR Site was established in 1969 and joined the Orchid team in 2012. The site focuses on investment casting, 3D wax printing, machining, 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, enabling patients to live longer, active lives. Fully integrated, our site manufactures medical implants from start to finish in compliance with ISO 13485:2016.

A brief overview:
Operations Technician I, Coating applies powders and binders to coat products and performs in-process inspections using calipers and/or comparators.

• 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 calipers, comparators, pin gauges, measuring instruments, and surface plates.
• Perform weekly housekeeping per 5S schedule.
• Follow work orders to perform operations on various parts and products.
• Reinforce safety expectations and ensure safety operating practices are demonstrated.
• Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Complete all required training.
• Prepare product surface for coating and mix coating powder and binder.
• Perform coating operation by spraying binder on the product surface and applying coating powder using brushes and other hand tools, repeating the process multiple times to achieve specifications.
• Inspect product per specifications visually and using calipers and/or a comparator.

High School or Equivalent (Preferred). No previous work experience required (Preferred). Manufacturing experience preferred.

• 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.
• 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.
• Occasionally must be able to move equipment around the building.
• 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.

Noise – occasionally.

Opportunity to work in a growing company; ability to help people live a longer, more active life; comprehensive benefit package; and a culture that values integrity, teamwork, and results.

Candidates may be required to submit to a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. and must provide proof of eligibility through EVerify. We are unable to sponsor visas.

At Orchid, we fully support a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, hair type, age, protected veteran status, or disability.