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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 .
SHIFT
DET - Shift 1 ($0) (United States of America - Michigan)
A BRIEF OVERVIEW
The Quality Control Inspector III independently performs receiving, incoming, in process, final, return, and/or lab certification testing on components/materials received and finished products manufactured with a high level of attention to detail. They document and ensure medical component compliance to specifications and have an advanced knowledge of GD&T principles and applications. They will occasionally train entry level or mid-level QCIs as needed.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Ensure compliance to Orchid requirements in inspection and record keeping.Collect inspection data and report results.
- Maintain accurate documentation at all times during the manufacturing and inspection process per Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Perform complete Device History Record review including inspection documentation
- Ensure all raw materials received meet specifications.
- Perform testing and inspection at various stages of production, including visual and dimensional inspection
- Ensure customer specifications and other applicable internal external requirements are followed.
- Use handheld inspection tools for measurement purposes, such as micrometers, calipers, height gages, optical comparator, gage blocks, and dial indicators
- Conduct physical inspection of product with gauging such as: Thread gages, plug gages, pin gages, functional gages.
- Perform visual and/or cosmetic inspection of product following applicable procedure(s) using appropriate light sources. Monitor equipment to ensure proper operation and escalate any equipment-related issues.
- Communicate potential nonconforming situations to Quality Engineering and Quality Management.
- Demonstrate an understanding of basic manufacturing concepts and processes.
- Quarantine non-conforming or potential non-conforming parts or materials.
- Work modified schedules to support production requirements as necessary.
- Complete First Article Inspections as well as receiving, in-process, and final and packaging inspections against customer requirements with minimal supervision
- Operate and perform basic programming duties of advanced inspection systems.
- Generate and analysis Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts, as required
- Participate in the calibration and gage control function, as required
- Train inspection personnel and instructs and provides direction to other inspectors on most efficient use of equipment
- Inspect customer-returned parts
- Independently perform first piece inspections to support production and perform internal manufactured first articles.
- Advocate for the health and safety of self, co-workers, customers, and the community.
- Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Complete all required training.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Or Equivalent (Required)
- Associates of Science (A.S) (Preferred)
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ Years of Related Experience (Required)
- Experience in Quality Inspection and Lean Manufacturing (Preferred)
- Experience in a Scientific Field (Preferred)
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Any American Society for Quality (Preferred)
- Any Technical Trade School (Preferred)
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS
- Mathematical Ability - Extensive Experience
- Data Entry - Working Experience
- Computer Knowledge - Working Experience
- Communication - Working Experience
- Collaboration - Working Experience
- Handwriting - Working Experience
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience
- Quality Inspection Metrology Tools - Subject-Matter Expertise
- Information Processing - Working Experience
- Blueprint Reading - Subject-Matter Expertise
- GD&T - Subject-Matter Expertise
- Visual Quality Assurance - Subject-Matter Expertise
- Layout Inspection - Subject-Matter Expertise
- Time management - Working Experience
- Testing - Working Experience
- Production and Processing - Working Experience
- Programming - Extensive Experience
- Calibration - Extensive Experience
- Training - Working Experience
- Problem Solving - Working Experience
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently
- Must be able to move about the inside of the building - Frequently
- Must be able to move equipment around the building - Rarely
- Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders - 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 - Constantly
- 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
- Must be able to move equipment - Rarely
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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 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.
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