Senior Toolmaker

Viant•Brimfield, MA

About The Position

The primary purpose of a Senior Tool Maker is to apply engineering principles to drive process improvements in the manufacturing of medical devices that positively affect Quality, Delivery, Cost, Safety and Moral.

Requirements

Extensive CNC machinist experience.
Complete working knowledge of both manual and CNC lathes, mills, grinders, and wire EDM machines.
Understanding of metals machining, processing, and finishing.
Ability to inspect complex products using industry-appropriate methods.
Good understanding of GD&T.
Good problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Strong written and oral communication skills
Proficient in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software.
Proficient in MasterCAM.

Responsibilities

Adheres to Viant Core Beliefs and all safety and quality requirements including but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
Create fixtures, tools, and gaging utilizing both manual and CNC 3, 4 & 5 axis mills, lathes, turn/mills, grinders, and Wire EDM machines in accordance to blueprints per both internal and customer requirements.
Support NPI production including identification of best practice manufacturing processes and inspection methods.
Review and disposition product based on quality standards.
Reviews, creates and revises CAD models and/or CAM programs.
Supports manufacturing engineers on projects and initiatives.
Assists in and investigates improvement opportunities.
Assists in training production workforce in proper setup and use of equipment as necessary.
Performs other functions as necessary to support the business.