Maintenance Assistant

ABOUT US

Our climate controlled 31,000 square foot facility in Chelsea, MI specializes in medical grade plastics machining. A career with Orchid provides growth opportunities, a great benefits package including performance bonuses, insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and schedule flexibility. For more information, view our website.

SHIFT

A BRIEF OVERVIEW
The maintenance assistant is responsible for performing routine maintenance duties including machine preventive maintenance, facility repair, rough carpentry, painting, cleaning building, empties trash receptacles, and basic plumbing services as needed.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Collaborate closely with the Maintenance team, following direction from the Maintenance Team Lead and Manager to support daily operations and priorities

• Change light bulbs, may replace fixtures, and do similar minor electrical tasks.
• Opens clogged drains, fixes leaks, and performs other simple plumbing jobs.
• Does touch-up painting and repaints as required.
• Move heavy equipment and furniture.
• Maintains tools and maintenance equipment in working order and keeps maintenance area in organized condition.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS

• Manufacturing Industry -
• Time management -
• Active Learning -

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Rarely
• 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 - Occasionally
• Must be able to position oneself and move under/around/over equipment - Occasionally
• Must be able to handle/adjust/inspect/position various items and equipment - Frequently
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with others - Occasionally
• Must be able to perform tasks that require repetitive handling/adjusting/inspecting/positioning of items and equipment - Frequently
• Must be able to distinguish and detect information such as writing and defects - Frequently

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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

• 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

• 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.