Orchid Orthopedic Solutions

Global manufacturer of orthopedic implant components

QC Inspector

Inspection & TestConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeArab, AL, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school education or equivalent is required.
No previous work experience is required.
Working experience in mathematical ability, data entry, computer knowledge, communication, collaboration, handwriting, accuracy and attention to detail, quality inspection metrology tools, information processing, blueprint reading, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), visual quality assurance, layout inspection, time management, and problem solving.
Ability to remain stationary frequently; move inside the building, move equipment, and position oneself around equipment occasionally; handle, adjust, inspect, and position items and equipment constantly; communicate and exchange information frequently; perform repetitive handling, adjustment, inspection, and positioning constantly; and distinguish and detect writing and defects constantly.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Candidates offered employment may be required to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening based on position requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform receiving, in-process, final, and/or laboratory certification testing on components, materials, and finished products under supervision, applying working knowledge of GD&T principles and applications.
Perform visual and attribute inspections; pull and verify coordinate measuring machine (CMM) reports and 2D matrix reports; verify certifications; and open and run work-to-list tasks.
Use a basic understanding of the GYRO visual management system.
Identify nonconforming material using nonconformance material reports (NCMRs) and red tags; quarantine nonconforming or potentially nonconforming parts or materials; and communicate potential nonconformance to Quality Engineering and Quality Management.
Complete inspections, including laser pattern inspections, first article inspections, receiving, in-process, final, and packaging inspections against customer requirements, and first-piece inspections under guidance to support production and internal manufactured first articles.
Complete device history record (DHR) reviews, including inspection documentation, and maintain accurate documentation throughout manufacturing and inspection according to Good Manufacturing Practices.
Ensure received raw materials meet specifications and that customer specifications and applicable internal and external requirements are followed.
Collect inspection data and report results; ensure compliance with inspection and recordkeeping requirements.
Use handheld measurement tools, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, optical comparators, gauge blocks, and dial indicators; conduct physical inspections using thread, plug, pin, and functional gauges.
Perform visual and cosmetic product inspections according to applicable procedures using appropriate light sources; monitor equipment operation and escalate equipment-related issues.
Demonstrate understanding of basic manufacturing concepts and processes.
Work modified schedules as necessary to support production requirements.
Train inspection personnel and inspect customer-returned parts.
Advocate for health and safety, support quality and compliance by following Quality Management System procedures, work instructions, and forms, and complete required training.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in a scientific field is preferred.
Experience in quality inspection and lean manufacturing is preferred.
Technical trade school is preferred.
American Society for Quality (ASQ) qualification or affiliation is preferred.

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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. Learn more here.

SHIFT

ALA - Shift 2 ($3) (United States of America - Alabama)

A BRIEF OVERVIEW

Under supervision, the Quality Control Inspector I performs receiving, in process, final, and/or lab certification testing on components/materials received and finished products manufactured. They apply a working knowledge of GD&T principles and applications.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Perform visual and attribute inspection
Pull / Verify CMM Reports and 2D Matrix Reports
Verify certifications
Open/Run Work To List
Utilize a basic understanding of visual management system (GYRO)
Identify Non-Conforming Material with NCMRs and Redtags
Complete All Inspections
Inspect Laser Patterns
Complete DHR Review

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
Train inspection personnel.
Inspect customer-returned parts
Under guidance, 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)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

No previous work experience required
Experience in a Scientific Field (Preferred)
Experience in Quality Inspection and Lean Manufacturing (Preferred)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Any Technical Trade School (Preferred)
Any American Society for Quality (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

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

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.

About the Company

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions

Global manufacturer of orthopedic implant components

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions provides end-to-end manufacturing services for orthopedic implants. It partners with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to handle the full process—from initial design and precision manufacturing to applying coatings and final packaging—so OEMs can streamline their supply chains for hip, knee, and spinal implants. The company differentiates itself by acting as a global, behind‑the‑scenes supplier with an integrated suite of capabilities, enabling a one‑stop source for implant components and related services. Orchid’s goal is to be a global leader in orthopedic manufacturing by delivering reliable, scalable components and processes that power the orthopedic industry.

Company size: Not listed
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Mason, MI
Founded: 2005

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