Industrial Maintenance Technician
Orchid Orthopedic Solutions · Bridgeport, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Orchid Orthopedic Solutions (medical devices) in Bridgeport, MI.
- They ask for
- 4+ years
- Tools it names
- CNC, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 70 other live reliability postings in Michigan.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
Typical $87k–$145k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 61%
- PLC 42%
- EHS / safety 27%
- Welding 27%
- Robotics 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Orchid Orthopedic Solutions in Bridgeport
2 other open roles at this site.
- Industrial Maintenance Technician, 2nd Shift · Reliability · Technician
- Senior Quality Manager · Quality · Manager
Full description from Orchid Orthopedic SolutionsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
Installs, maintains, and repairs CNC machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in the facility by performing the following duties. The role requires the above to be accomplished within Tecomet’s principles of continuous improvement, customer driven innovation and a win first culture, while meeting company safety, financial and other performance metrics.
Principle
Responsibilities
- ◆Visually inspects and tests CNC machinery and equipment and performs routine, scheduled designated preventative maintenance and repairs on CNC machines and associated equipment.
- ◆Discusses machine operation variations with management or production workers to diagnose equipment problems.
- ◆Assist with the installation of new CNC equipment and tooling.
- ◆Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
- ◆Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
- ◆Lays out, assembles, installs and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
- ◆Monitor the progress of maintenance activities for effective compliance with maintenance plan.
- ◆Inspects construction and installation progress to ensure conformance to established specifications.
- ◆Respond to inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
- ◆Repairs hand tool equipment.
- ◆Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures.
- ◆Develops and conducts interior painting on an annual schedule.
- ◆Conducts minor plumbing work as required.
- ◆Conducts minor building repairs as required.
- ◆Conducts inspections of facilities and recommends repairs and upgrades when needed.
- ◆Cleans and maintains buildings and facilities.
- ◆Repairs and maintains physical interior structure of establishment.
- ◆Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by supervisor.
Qualification
Credentials/Experience
- ✓High School diploma or equivalent.
- ✓2 to 4 years of experience
- ✓Driver’s License is required;
- ✓Journeyman’s card is desirable.
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
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.
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Combining Strengths. Expanding Possibilities. Tecomet and Orchid are now one company. Explore more at www.tecomet.com .
About us
At Orchid Orthopedic Solutions, we're more than just a contract manufacturer of orthopedic devices; we're on a mission to enable a longer, active life. With a dedicated focus on implants, instruments, and groundbreaking technologies, we serve a range of dynamic markets, including joint reconstruction, spine, trauma, sports medicine, extremities, and dental. Our manufacturing facility, nestled in the vibrant community of Bridgeport, MI, spans 85,000 square feet and specializes in cutting tools for orthopedic, dental, and trauma applications. Our product lineup boasts burs, pins, screws, drills, reamers, and saw blades, all meticulously designed to meet the highest quality standards for both implants and instruments.
A career at Orchid is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to grow. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes performance bonuses, insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan with a company match, paid time off, and engaging employee events. But it's not just about the perks; it's about being part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence.
Shift
BRI - Shift 1 ($0) (United States of America - Michigan)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- •Knowledge of preventive maintenance principles and practices.
- •Use and knowledge of inspection equipment such as calipers and micrometers
- •Knowledge and use of test equipment such as multi-meters.
- •Knowledge of blueprint reading and schematics.
- •Understanding of manufacturing equipment.
- •Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and excellent data entry skills
- •Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- •Ability to work independently and exercise judgment
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
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