The Role
Perform precision finishing of medical device hardware to work order specifications using sandblasting, tumblers, electro-polishing, drill press, Dremel, tapping, heat treating, and related equipment. Maintain cleanliness, follow safety rules, read work orders/blueprints, and use measurement instruments to meet tolerances.
Summary Generated by Built In
The role of a Finisher I consists of finishing hardware medical device parts within the required specifications listed on work orders, schematics, and blueprints. The Finisher I will be expected to work independently to complete the following tasks: Accurately Counting Parts, Sandblasting, Tumbler/Disc Machine Operation, Electro-Polishing, Drill Press Operation, Dremel Use, Tapping, Heat Treating, Peek Finishing, Tapping, and Work Order Diligence. The Finisher I is required to be versatile within a production environment and learn various equipment as required. Development of the following skills will be expected: Blueprint Reading, Use of Microscopes and Similar Devices for Close-Up Work, Final Finishes, Brazing, Use of Measurement Instruments, Set Instruments to Specified Dimensions and Tolerances, Hand Filing, and Drill Press Fixture Set-up.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Responsibilities:
- Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations.
- Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
- Independently complete finishing activities including Accurately Counting Parts, Sandblasting, Tumbler/Disc Machine Operation, Electro-Polishing, Drill Press Operation, Dremel Use, Tapping, Heat Treating, Peek Finishing, Tapping, and Work Order Diligence.
Requirements:
- Must be able to follow leadership's instructions.
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Must have the ability to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Must be able to use the necessary tools and complete the required processes expected of a Finisher I.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong hand-eye coordination and hand dexterity.
- Must possess strong math skills, ability to add, subtract, and count accurately.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, stoop and crouch, push, pull, reach, grasp, feel, talk, and hear.
- Must be able to move around large areas
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects unassisted.
- Required to lift more than 60 pounds rarely and/or 25 to 60 pounds occasionally.
- Required to see clearly at a distance of 20 inches or less.
- Must be able to judge distance and spatial relationships.
Skills Required
- Sandblasting operation
- Tumbler/Disc machine operation
- Electro-polishing
- Drill press operation
- Dremel use
- Tapping
- Heat treating
- PEEK finishing
- Accurately counting parts and work order diligence
- Ability to follow leadership instructions
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Use necessary tools and complete required processes for Finisher I
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Basic math skills (add, subtract, count accurately)
- Ability to stand, walk, lift/move objects (25-60 lbs occasionally, >60 lbs rarely) and perform physical tasks
- Blueprint reading (development expected)
- Use of microscopes and close-up inspection devices (development expected)
- Final finishes, brazing, use of measurement instruments, setting instruments to specified dimensions, hand filing, drill press fixture setup (development expected)
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The Company
What We Do
Founded in 1968 and located in Fenton, Missouri, SIM Surgical is a leading provider of contract manufacturing solutions for the medical device industry. The company specializes in the production of high-quality precision surgical instruments and implants, utilizing hand craftsmanship and innovation to move devices from concept to volume production in a fast and cost-effective manner while maintaining repeatable quality.
