EDM Wire Specialist (1st Shift, WI Local)

Nissha•New Richmond, WI

4d•$22 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Nissha Medical Technologies – New Richmond is home to the Isometric Micro Molding Center of Excellence, where highly skilled teams take pride in solving some of the most challenging manufacturing problems in medical technology. Located in New Richmond, Wisconsin, this campus brings together deep expertise in micro molding, precision tooling, and micro automated assembly to support devices where precision, reliability, and miniaturization truly matter. Our New Richmond team plays a critical role in helping customers turn complex ideas into scalable, manufacturable solutions for applications such as drug delivery, surgical robotics, diagnostics, and minimally invasive devices. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, engineers, toolmakers, operators, and quality professionals work side by side to push boundaries, improve processes, and continuously raise the bar. As part of Nissha Medical Technologies, the New Richmond site combines the agility and hands‑on culture of a specialized center of excellence with the resources and global reach of a worldwide CDMO. Nissha Medical Technologies is the medical devices business unit and a wholly owned subsidiary of Nissha Co., Ltd., a publicly held Japanese company headquartered in Kyoto, Japan (TSE: 7915). Together, our teams are united by a shared commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and making a meaningful impact on healthcare.

Requirements

Associate or technical degree in machining, manufacturing technology, or related discipline OR a minimum of 5–10+ years of wire EDM experience.
Advanced expertise in wire EDM setup, programming, and operation.
Experience achieving tight tolerances.
Advanced understanding of EDM principles, electrode materials, and burn strategies.
Advanced in blueprint reading and GD&T.
Beginner knowledge of tool design and understanding of fit and function of mold components (EDM Wire Specialist I).
Moderate knowledge of tool design and understanding of fit and function of mold components (EDM Wire Specialist II).
Problem-solving ability
Team-player
Mechanical aptitude
High attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Advanced experience with CAD software (Creo, Edrawings, Solidworks) preferred.
EDM or Tool & Die related certification preferred.
Completion of apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate wire EDM machines to achieve +/-.0001 accuracy with supervision (EDM Wire Specialist I) or minimal supervision (EDM Wire Specialist II).
Monitor machining processes and adjust to maintain tolerances and surface finish requirements.
Achieve and maintain committed customer delivery dates and production schedules.
Optimize cycle times and improve efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to EDM processes.
Work with CNC, Toolmakers, and Polishing teams to ensure component readiness and accuracy.
Provide feedback on design for manufacturability and EDM feasibility.
Perform routine machine maintenance and ensure equipment is operating efficiently.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance cycle time and quality.
Analyze CAD models, blueprints, and technical specifications to determine EDM machining approach with minimal supervision (EDM Wire Specialist II).
Develop and optimize EDM wire strategies in collaboration with EDM Wire Specialist III (EDM Wire Specialist II).
Diagnose and resolve EDM machining issues, including wire inconsistencies, wire wear, and dimensional deviations (EDM Wire Specialist II).
Coordinate with Designers, Electrode Designer and management on edm and tooling approach (EDM Wire Specialist II).