Description

We are looking for a motivated team player to join the Hodgson team as a Technician. The ideal candidate is someone who finds passion and meaning in their work. As a Technician, you will be responsible for using your manual skills to ensure timely device fabrication, adhering to the quality standards of the Hodgson Group Orthotics & Prosthetics. This role requires creative craftsmanship and efficiency while maintaining safe working procedures throughout the fabrication process. If you love helping people and enjoy making things, this job is for you.

Patient Workflow:

• Prep and label casts to initiate fabrication workflow.
• Fabricate devices on modified casts utilizing the specified materials to achieve desired fit and function.
• Repair orthotic and prosthetic devices.
• Ensure outputs meet fitting schedules, safety and quality standards.
• Maintain and update device job status through administrative channels.
• Ensure proper use of required personal protective equipment at all times

Maintenance/Lab space:

• Maintain a clean working area free from dirt and debris between tasks and at end of day
• Perform daily, weekly & monthly maintenance and safety checks on all equipment and tools
• Contribute to finding solutions to improve productivity, product quality, and safety
• Detect equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine, controls, or control media within capabilities as required to ensure quality of production
• Communicate with supervisor, or other technicians as necessary to resolve machining or quality issues
• Maintain inventory and order materials as required
• Ensure compliance with company policies and standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and complete and on-time delivery

Requirements

• Degree, diploma or training in a manufacturing-related field
• Three years of related experience
• Hand skills
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands