ABOUT US

The Arab, AL site was established in 2007 and joined the Orchid team in 2012. Our 70,000 square foot facility employees approximately 200 team members. We focus primarily on advanced machining of complex instruments for the large joint, spine and trauma markets. Our key products are instruments, implants, and trials. A career at Orchid provides competitive benefits, the ability to take on new responsibilities, and learn and grow in your career.

SHIFT

A BRIEF OVERVIEW
The CNC Machinist III position contributes to the production of medical devices by operating and performing set ups of CNC 3, 4 and 5+ Axis machines. He/she is responsible for completing assigned jobs independently from start to finish across many machining platforms. He/she runs multiple and varying CNC machines simultaneously, such as Lathes, EDM Wire, Plunge, CMM, and Swiss Turn machines in addition to operating manual machine tools to cut, drill, shape, and finish quality products with no supervision. Experience in CNC machining across multi-axis or multiple CNC machines, in a manufacturing work environment required.
WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Performs set ups of 3,4, & 5+ Axis CNC machines.

• Operates multiple machines simultaneously.

• Monitors the machine to ensure proper program performance.

• Completes shop work orders, inspection documentation, and daily maintenance sheets.

• Makes off sets and adjustments to machines without supervision.

• Troubleshoots problems and escalates to technical experts and leadership as necessary.

• Advocates 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).

• Completes all required training.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Lean Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
• Experience in Medical Device Manufacturing (Preferred)
• 3+ Years of machining experience in a manufacturing environment (Required)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Machining Trade School (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

• Problem Solving - Working Experience
• Machine Set Up - Subject-Matter Expertise
• Visual Quality Assurance - Extensive Experience
• GD&T - Subject-Matter Expertise
• Blueprint Reading - Subject-Matter Expertise
• Information Processing - Extensive Experience
• Quality Inspection Metrology Tools - Extensive Experience
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Extensive Experience
• Handwriting - Basic Knowledge
• Communication - Working Experience
• Data Entry - Working Experience
• Mathematical Ability - 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 - 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 - Frequently

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
• Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerify

EOE, including disability/vets