Company Overview
Phillips Precision Medicraft is a renowned manufacturer specializing in advanced orthopedic implants, instrumentation, sterilization delivery systems, cases, and trays. With nearly five decades of industry-leading innovation and a commitment to excellence, we are proud to serve the orthopaedic community worldwide. Our dedicated team thrives in a lean manufacturing environment that emphasizes continuous improvement, personal growth, and internal advancement. Job Summary
Lead the Team. Build Quality. Make an Impact.
Phillips Precision is a leading manufacturer of orthopedic implants and medical devices serving the medical industry with precision-machined components and finishing services. We are seeking a Hands-On Finishing Manager who enjoys being actively involved on the production floor while leading and developing a skilled finishing team.
This is not a desk job. We are looking for a leader who can roll up their sleeves, work alongside their team, solve problems in real time, and drive quality, productivity, and continuous improvement throughout the finishing department.
What You'll Do
- Lead and support daily finishing operations including deburring, belting, grinding, polishing, buffing, and surface finishing of orthopedic implants and medical device components.
- Operate and troubleshoot finishing equipment such as glass bead blasting, centrifugal finishing equipment, passivation processes, and various hand tools.
- Plan, prioritize, and manage production schedules to meet customer requirements and delivery commitments.
- Assign work and provide clear direction to team members to maximize productivity and quality.
- Train, mentor, and develop finishing personnel while promoting accountability and teamwork.
- Monitor product quality and ensure all work meets customer specifications and medical device manufacturing standards.
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, Inspection, and Production teams to resolve issues and improve workflow.
- Support new product introductions (NPI) and assist with process development and optimization.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, increased efficiency, and waste reduction.
- Participate in hiring, performance reviews, employee development, and corrective action processes.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant work environment.
QualificationsRequired
- 5+ years of hands-on metal finishing experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience.
- Experience with deburring, polishing, grinding, buffing, blasting, and related finishing processes.
- Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to lead by example and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred
- Experience finishing orthopedic implants, surgical instruments, or other medical device products.
- Familiarity with GMP, ISO 13485, FDA-regulated manufacturing, or similar quality systems.
- Experience with passivation and surface finishing processes for stainless steel and titanium components.
- Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 5 years of hands-on experience in metal finishing, polishing, deburring, grinding, or related manufacturing processes?
- Do you have at least 2 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment?
- Are you comfortable performing hands-on production work while leading and managing a team?
Work Location: In person
