Metals and Adhesives Coater

We're looking for Coaters to join one of our manufacturing client's team in the Portland area!

The Coater will spray coat medical implant devices in preparation for sintering heat treatment, using established procedures, to meet engineering and customer specifications. Hand-coat parts using the spatulation method as required. Inspect coated parts for acceptability with customer requirements. Perform other duties as directed by department Lead.

What You’ll Do:

• Learn to review documentation (Job Travelers) to verify part identity, quantities, and coating (e.g. binder and bead mesh size) requirements.
• Learn to prepare binder solutions as detailed in applicable Standard Process Instructions (SPIs):
• Learn to visually inspect parts to ensure that they meet customer requirements.
• Read, understand, and follow SPIs and MPIs pertaining to the porous coating of medical implant devices.
• Inspect documents for previously completed operation sign off and verify part counts before beginning any manufacturing operation. If discrepancies are found notify your Team Leader.
• Perform required maintenance checks of equipment before beginning any manufacturing operation. If problems are found notify your Team Leader.
• Prior to use, ensure measuring equipment has been calibrated, is not beyond calibration date, and is in good working condition.
• Follow established protocol to maintain ID & traceability of product and documentation. Notify your supervisor immediately if ID is questionable.
• Reference applicable drawings, specifications, and Manufacturing Process Instructions before beginning any manufacturing operation.
• Follow department Standard Process Instructions.

What You’ll Need:

• Previous work history required
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to use, or learn to use job related measuring devices (e.g. calipers and balances).
• Prior experience as a Level I Spray Coater before becoming a Level II spray coater.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings with respect to porous coating of parts.
• Ability to use, or be trained to use, comparator for overlay inspection of parts

What You Won’t Do:

• Feel stuck – we offer great opportunities to advance and learn
• Get bored – we make a high variety of products, so no day is the same
• Feel like a number – we’re a close-knit bunch and always have each other’s backs

Who You Are:

• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge in manufacturing processes
• A reliable individual who knows the importance of showing up when it counts
• Someone who accept assignments with an open, cooperative, positive and team-oriented approach
• Someone who is able to plan and execute plans across teams
• An effective communicator, both written and verbal

What You’ll Enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and 10 observed paid holidays per year
• Employer funded Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer funded STD and LTD insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Great 401(k) with company match
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Working for a thriving, performance-based company that values promoting from within and career advancement
• Temperature controlled environment
• Community involvement investing and giving back to the community
• Additional free resources such as travel assistance, EAP, etc.

Avalign conducts a comprehensive background, drug testing, highest level of education completion verification, and reference checks.