Lab Technician

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 www.orchid-ortho.com.

SHIFT

A BRIEF OVERVIEW
The Lab Tech, R&D assists the research and development department in developing new products and processes and perform tests on raw material and coating for quality control and product release.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Discuss testing results with those responsible for products and recommend necessary corrective actions.

• Test, or measure materials, products, installations and work for conformance to specifications.

• Notify supervisors and other personnel of production problems and assist in identifying and correcting these problems.

• Discard or reject products, materials, and equipment not meeting specifications.

• Mark items with details such as lot traceability and acceptance or rejection status.

• Record test data, such as weights, temperatures, equipment IDs, test results and quantities tested.

• 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.

• Perform microstructure easements of coatings per ASTM standard and collect appropriate data for technical reports.

• Perform powder qualification for new powder lots of titanium and hydroxyapatite.

• Records results of tests and report any unusual results or problems to R&D Engineer and Quality Department.

• Maintains equipment in clean and safe working condition.

• Use Made2Manage to create quotes for R&D and receive raw material.

• Performs tests of coatings for quality control according to the customer requirements, ASTM standards, company safety and occupational health procedures.

• Ensure that preventive maintenance is performed correctly on test equipment.

• May interface with customers, working on new products, and focusing on continuous improvement.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Or Equivalent (Required)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in metallurgical testing, evaluation, and documentation (Preferred)

• Experience Working in a Sterile Laboratory or Manufacturing Environment (Preferred)

• 1+ Year of Prior Relevant Experience (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience

• Communication - Working Experience

• Computer Knowledge - Working Experience

• Data Entry - Working Experience

• Flexibility & Adaptability - Working Experience

• Testing - 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 - Occasionally

• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders - Rarely

• 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

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Noise - Rarely

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.

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

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.