Operations Tech, Finishing Orchid Orthopedic Solutions United States, Alabama, Arab 331 City Park Drive Southeast (Show on map) Sep 09, 2026

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ABOUT US

Our Arab, Alabama site is just outside Huntsville, offering access to great schools, outdoor recreation, and a low cost of living. We manufacture precision medical components used in joint, spine, and trauma procedures

• work that truly makes a difference.

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SHIFT ALA

• Shift 2 ($3) (United States of America
• Alabama)

A BRIEF OVERVIEW

The Operations Technician I performs various operations that support the production of parts.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Belting/Polishing

• uses conventional polishing and belting lathes for the specific belting and/or polishing operations based on the information on engineering drawings, ex. Fiber-wheel finish and/or Satin finish. (Product knowledge required).
  Buffing
• uses conventional buffing/polishing lathes along with appropriate buffing materials (wheels, compound and machine speed) to acquire specified finishes called-out on engineering drawings.
  Die grinding
• uses air and/or electric hand held tools for specific grinding, flapping or detailing an area on a part that is usually confined or the inside diameter of a cylindrical part.
  Blasting
• determines proper media to be used based on the information taken from the engineering drawings and/or the work instructions and the proper machine and machine settings.
  Tumbling
• uses centrifugal and vibratory equipment to perform mass finishing operations and must have the knowledge to select the appropriate media, compound and water flow to achieve the necessary finish required.

Properly fills out and completes paperwork and labor reporting transactions.

Maintains cleanliness of the work area and leaves the work area in clean condition for others when finished.

Detect and report faulty equipment, defective material and any unusual conditions to the department Supervisor or Lead.

Use hand truck, pallet jack, carts and tables to safely transport product.

Dimensionally inspect work, using appropriate tools including, but not limited to; calipers, comparators, pin gauges, measuring instruments and surface plates, etc. as required.

Maintain work area, tools and equipment in a clean and organized condition.

Complete all required training.

Support Lean Manufacturing and EHS initiatives.

Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Follow work orders to perform operations on various parts and products

Follow designated safety rules and regulations.

Reinforces safety expectations. Ensures safety operating practices are demonstrated. Reports issues/concerns to Supervisor.

Perform weekly housekeeping per 5S schedule.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

Standard Operating Procedures

• Working Experience
  Mathematical Ability
• Basic Knowledge
  Data Entry
• Basic Knowledge
  Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Working Experience
  Time management
• Working Experience
  Problem Solving
• Working Experience
  Hand Dexterity
• Extensive Experience
  Active Learning
• Working Experience
  Quality Inspection Metrology Tools
• Working Experience
  Information Capture
• Working Experience
  Blueprint Reading
• Basic Knowledge
  Quality Management
• Basic Knowledge
  Manufacturing Safety
• Working Experience
  Communication
• Basic Knowledge

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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
• Frequently

WORKING CONDITIONS

Noise

• Occasionally

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.