Orthofix

Overview

Orthofix is seeking a Swiss Prototype Machinist to produce and modify medical instruments and implants for spine surgery, enhancing the company's responsiveness to customer needs. The role involves collaboration with a global team to deliver innovative medical technologies that improve patient care.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures and fabricates custom implants and instruments using ESPRIT programming on multi-channel Swiss type CNC lathes.
• Assists in coordinating outside operations with engineers and inspecting components and assemblies.
• Provides material, design, and manufacturability feedback to Product Development Engineers.
• Fabricates and manufactures other components as needed to support company objectives.
• Maintains the Specials/Machine shop and equipment to a high standard by performing basic cleaning and maintenance.
• Complies with all Orthofix Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions including those mandated by the FDA.

Requirements

• Proficiency in CNC Multi-Channel Mill+Turn or Swiss Programming (ESPRIT Experience Preferred).
• Setup and Operation of Multi-Channel Swiss Type CNC Lathe.
• Ability to develop processes for implant and instrument manufacturing and fabrication.
• Ability to program machines efficiently.
• Ability to manufacture or fabricate implants and instruments using all Prototype Shop machine tools.
• Ability to assemble manufactured and fabricated components as needed.
• Ability to hold close tolerances and inspect manufactured and fabricated components.
• Effective communication skills for providing feedback to Product Development Engineers.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and GD&T principles.
• Demonstrate good housekeeping skills.