CMM Inspector/Programmer

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Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Quality Control Inspector conducts all facets of in-process and final inspections to raw materials, processed, machined, fabricated, and/or assembled parts or products.

The QC Inspector tests and inspects products at various stages of production process and compiles and evaluates data to determine and maintain quality, i.e. free from defects, wear, and deviations from specifications in order to meet customer and quality requirements. In addition, the inspector provides quality support to engineering and production through advanced Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming and inspection. Works effectively with engineers, inspectors, supervisors and production personnel to resolve quality issues, achieve team objectives and promote quality principles.

The Quality Control Inspector IV reports directly to the QC Supervisor, Orchid Arcadia and is part of the Quality department.

This is a contingent worker temporary position. If you are selected for this position, you will be employed through an agency, not directly though Orchid. However, you may be eligible for conversion to an employee position after only a few months in this role.

SHIFT
ARC - Shift 1 ($0) (United States of America - California)

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Completes first article inspections as well as receiving, in-process, and final and packaging inspections against customer requirements
• Performs critical types of inspections, such as raw materials and mechanical inspections
• Performs testing and inspection at various stages of production, visual and dimensional inspection
• Writes and maintains CMM programs based on customer and company specifications
• Troubleshoot and contact outside technical support services for CMM software
• Assists engineers with qualification and validation of new or changed tooling or parts
• Prepares detailed inspection documentation such as written descriptions of inspection results including deviations from engineering specifications
• Writes, updates, and improves quality procedures
• Ensures compliance with medical device regulations, customer specifications and quality standards are met
• Utilizing measuring instrument and equipment, such as: calipers, comparators, gages, micrometers, etc. completes various levels of inspection in a timely and accurate manner
• Reviews blueprints and documentation to ensure appropriate materials are used and specifications are followed
• Tests and inspects at various product stages during production for defects, such as scratches, burrs, surface finish, and dimensional variances. Notifies Supervisor/Lead and other parties of production issues and assists with identifying and correcting problems in a timely manner
• Train inspection personnel and instructs and provides direction to other inspectors on most efficient use of equipment
• Inspect customer-returned parts
• Quarantines non-conforming parts
• Completes necessary paperwork to fulfill customer requirements and quality requirements, e.g. recording test data, recording quantities inspected
• Ensure all systems transactions are completed and documented
• Other duties, tasks, or responsibilities, as assigned by Supervisor/Lead
• Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS).

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

WORK EXPERIENCE
5+ years Quality Inspection experience (required)

EDUCATION
Associates - Related Discipline, , , High School Or Equivalent Required

CERTIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS
Accuracy and Attention to Detail (Working Experience), Blueprint Reading (Working Experience), Communication (Working Experience), GD&T (Working Experience), Inspection Knowledge (Extensive Experience), ISO 13485 (Working Experience), Problem Solving (Working Experience), Programming (Working Experience), Quality Inspection Metrology Tools (Working Experience), Quality Management (Working Experience)

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constantly operates a computer or CMM machine
• Frequently inspects and places parts
• Frequent and repetitive use of hands and fingers
• Able to sit or stand for an extended period of time
• Willing and able to work long hours including overtime as required

EOE, including disability/vets