Custom Orthotics Production Technician
Summit Labs
Position Summary
Summit Labs is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented individual to join our production team as a Custom Orthotics Production Technician.
No previous orthotics experience is required. We provide complete on-the-job training.
In this position, you will learn how to manufacture custom foot orthotics from start to finish. This is a hands-on production position that involves working with specialized equipment, tools, and materials to produce custom-made products according to individual work orders and specifications.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to details, works well with their hands, and is interested in learning a specialized skill.
Responsibilities
- Manufacture and finish custom foot orthotics according to work orders and specifications.
- Learn and perform the different stages of the orthotic production process.
- Operate grinders, sanders, presses, and other production equipment after proper training.
- Grind, shape, trim, glue, finish, and assemble orthotic components.
- Apply top covers, padding, and other materials as required by each work order.
- Accurately follow work orders and production instructions.
- Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy, appearance, and workmanship.
- Maintain consistent quality while meeting daily production expectations.
- Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
- Properly handle and store production materials.
- Follow all company safety procedures and equipment-training requirements.
- Communicate with supervisors and other production team members when questions or quality concerns arise.
- Assist in other areas of the production lab as needed.
- Continue learning additional production processes as skills and experience develop.
Qualifications
No previous orthotics experience is necessary.
We are willing to train the right person. Successful employees in this position are typically people who:
- Are dependable and arrive to work on time.
- Have good attendance.
- Pay close attention to details.
- Enjoy hands-on work and making things.
- Can follow written and verbal instructions.
- Are willing to learn new skills and accept feedback.
- Take pride in producing high-quality work.
- Can work independently as well as part of a team.
- Are comfortable working in a production environment.
- Can safely use hand tools and production equipment after training.
- Are able to stay focused while performing detailed or repetitive tasks.
Physical Requirements
This is an active, hands-on production position. Employees must be able to:
- Stand for extended periods during the workday.
- Regularly use their hands for grinding, trimming, assembling, and finishing products.
- Safely operate production tools and equipment after training.
- Bend, reach, and move throughout the production area.
- Lift and move materials and supplies as required for normal production activities.
- Wear required personal protective equipment when performing applicable tasks.
Training
Summit Labs provides on-the-job training for the custom orthotics manufacturing process.
New employees will be trained step-by-step on production procedures, equipment operation, quality standards, safety procedures, and work-order requirements.
Previous experience in orthotics is not required. Advancement in the position is based on developing production skills, consistently producing quality work, reliability, attendance, and the ability to work independently.
What We’re Looking For
We can teach someone how to make custom orthotics. What we are looking for is someone who brings a strong work ethic, reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.
This can be a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands and wants to develop a specialized manufacturing skill.
