What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Manufacturing Machinist, Orthopedic Components position at Smith & Nephew - USA?
Join Smith Nephew — Advancing Life Unlimited
Help craft the components that power life-changing medical technologies. Work with a team that values precision, safety, and continuous improvement.
Role OverviewOperate with minimal supervision to set up and run manual and CNC machinery to produce medical components from raw materials in a team-based environment.
Primary Responsibilities- Set up and operate CNC and manual machines across processes: turning, milling, grinding, drilling, tapping, EDM, and honing
- Run multiple machines concurrently to meet output targets
- Use precision inspection tools to validate dimensions and product quality
- Partner with engineers and toolmakers on fixtures, tooling, process development, and part design input
- Perform minor fixture repairs and modifications
- Troubleshoot issues in both production and development builds
- Read and interpret blueprints; establish tool offsets; replace worn tooling
- Prepare materials, stage jobs, and process work orders
- Develop simple-to-moderate CNC programs and operate DNC equipment when required
- Train and support junior operators; perform duties typically assigned to lower-level machinists as needed
- Accurately complete all required records and production documentation
- Adhere to company policies, quality procedures, FDA/QSR requirements, and other applicable regulations
- Execute labor transactions and barcode scanning
- Participate in team-driven continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain equipment per requirements
- Keep work areas clean and well-organized
- Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and job hazard requirements
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2–3 years of CNC turning experience (minimum)
- Certifications completed in multiple manufacturing areas
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs
- Equipment troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
- Strong problem-solving capability
- Manual machining proficiency
Be part of a collaborative team where precision, documentation excellence, and safety are paramount.
Salary : $25 - $28