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ABOUT US
The Farmington Hills, MI site was established in 2005. Our 50,000 square foot facility employs approximately 150 team members. Our site focuses primarily on plasma spray coating (HA, TPS) in the spine and large joint for orthopedic implants that enable a longer, active life. A career with Orchid provides growth opportunities, a great benefits package including performance bonuses, medical benefits, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off. For more information, please visit www.orchid-ortho.com.
SHIFT
DET - Shift 1 ($0) (United States of America - Michigan)
A BRIEF OVERVIEW
The Operations Technician, Masking, inspects incoming product, rejects, or approves product; attaches special tape or other material to the product to protect areas to be coating-free. 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).
- Detect report faulty equipment, defective material and any unusual conditions to the department Supervisor or Lead.
- Utilize fine motor skills and superior eyesight to inspect incoming product, attach tape to protect areas specified by customer requirements.
- Use basic inspection gages such as calipers, micrometers, etc.
- Complete all required documents used during processing and verifies accuracy of documentation.
- At all times, demonstrate proper handling of medical devices, equipment such as calipers, micrometers, scalpels, and other tools used including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Adhere to all safety rules at all times to ensure a safe workplace by wearing safety glasses in designated areas, proper use and storage of tools (scalpels) and reporting any unsafe condition(s) or practice(s) to management.
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
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Basic Knowledge Ability to perform complex, fine detail work.
- Communication - Basic Knowledge Requires the ability to read and understand the English language, read work instructions, and communicate clearly in both oral and written forms.
- Time management - Basic Knowledge Ability to work within tight time constraints, changing priorities, and strict quality standards is required.
- Problem Solving - Basic Knowledge 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 - Constantly
- 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 - Frequently
- Must be able to move equipment - Occasionally
WORKING CONDITIONS
CURRENT VERSION: 6DATE LAST EDITED: 9/16/2025 4:38:29 PM
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
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerify
At Orchid, we fully support a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, hair type, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Orchid Orthopedic Solutions only pays fees for solicited presentations of job seekers submitted through our preferred vendor job board by recruiters, employment agencies, or other parties.
