QC Inspector, DHR

About the role

Tecomet and Orchid are now one company. Explore more at tecomet.com. Orchid's Arab site in northern Alabama is near Huntsville, ranked #1 best place to live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023. The site offers world-class recreation, top-ranked schools, and a low cost of living. Established in 2007, the site joined the Orchid team in 2012. With approximately 200 employees, the facility focuses on advanced machining of complex instruments for large joint, spine, and trauma markets.

Responsibilities

• Verifies all Shop Work Order Documents for conformance per Good Documentation Practices requirements
• Enters information of DHR errors into internal database
• Moves product to the next operation once DHR task is complete
• Ensures compliance to Orchid requirements in inspection and record keeping
• Maintains accurate documentation at all times during the manufacturing and inspection process per Good Manufacturing Practices
• Performs complete Device History Record review including inspection documentation
• Ensures all raw materials received meet specifications
• Performs testing and inspection at various stages of production, including visual and dimensional inspection
• Ensures customer specifications and other applicable internal external requirements are followed
• Uses handheld inspection tools for measurement purposes, such as micrometers, calipers, height gages, optical comparator, gage blocks, and dial indicators
• Conducts physical inspection of product with gauging such as: Thread gages, plug gages, pin gages, functional gages
• Performs visual and/or cosmetic inspection of product following applicable procedure(s) using appropriate light sources
• Maintains equipment to ensure proper operation and escalates any equipment-related issues
• Communicates potential nonconforming situations to Quality Engineering and Quality Management
• Demonstrates an understanding of basic manufacturing concepts and processes
• Quarantines non-conforming or potential non-conforming parts or materials
• Works modified schedules to support production requirements as necessary
• Completes First Article Inspections as well as receiving, in-process, and final and packaging inspections against customer requirements with minimal supervision
• Trains inspection personnel
• Inspects customer-returned parts
• Under guidance, performs first piece inspections to support production and performs internal manufactured first articles
• Advocates for the health and safety of self, co-workers, customers, and the community
• Supports quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Completes all required training

Requirements

• High School Or Equivalent (Required)
• No previous work experience required
• Experience in a Scientific Field (Preferred)
• Experience in Quality Inspection and Lean Manufacturing (Preferred)
• Any Technical Trade School (Preferred)
• Any American Society for Quality (Preferred)

Skills

• Mathematical Ability - Working 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 - Working Experience
• Information Processing - Working Experience
• Blueprint Reading - Working Experience
• GD&T - Working Experience
• Visual Quality Assurance - Working Experience
• Layout Inspection - Working Experience
• Time management - 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 - 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 - Constantly

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

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 Information

• 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