Tool Designer

Amcor•Mankato, MN

6d•$64,700 - $97,100

About The Position

The Tool Designer is responsible for the design, modification, and continuous improvement of thermoforming tooling used in medical packaging production. This role supports new product development, engineering change execution, and production efficiency through CAD design, prototype and production tooling development, and ongoing optimization of existing tools. The Tool Designer works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Process Engineering, and internal tool shop to ensure tooling meets performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

The ability to read, comprehend, and transmit complicated and detailed instructions from prints, conceptual samples and ideas.
A comprehensive understanding of machining, tool fabrication methods and CAD equipment and operation.
Minimum of five years job related experience in tool design and tool fabrication.
Proficient and demonstrated use of SolidWorks/CAD Software.
Intermediate computer knowledge required including knowledge and understanding of MS Office, SAP production reporting system.
Able to remain detail orientated while meeting critical deadlines with changing priorities.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
A strong work ethic, reliable, trustworthy, has the capacity and willingness to learn, can contribute new ideas, respect their coworkers and understand the importance of working together as a team.
Good organizational skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a team atmosphere, creating and maintaining a positive work environment while having dialogue with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

Tool Design & Development
Design thermoforming tooling (prototype and production) for medical packaging applications
Create and maintain 2D and 3D CAD models (tool components, assemblies, layouts)
Support prototype tooling builds, trials, and iterations for new products
Transition prototype tooling into robust, repeatable production tooling
Ensure tooling designs meet forming, trimming, cooling, and material performance requirements
Engineering Change & Work Order Execution
Execute Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) related to tooling modifications, upgrades, and corrections
Support Work Orders (WOs) for tooling builds, repairs, and improvements
Maintain accurate documentation and revision control within engineering systems
Coordinate tooling changes with Manufacturing, Quality, and Validation teams
Production Support & Continuous Improvement
Troubleshoot tooling-related production issues (forming defects, cycle time, scrap, wear)
Identify and implement efficiency improvements on existing tooling and legacy projects
Support line trials, process validations, and first-article runs
Collaboration & Interaction
Work with internal stakeholders (Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality, Tooling) to ensure tooling aligns with process capability and product requirements
Interface with internal tool shop for design reviews, fabrication, and revisions
Review supplier drawings and tooling builds for compliance to design intent
Documentation & Compliance
Create and maintain tooling drawings, BOMs, and specifications
Support documentation required for medical device quality systems (ISO 13485 / FSSC 22000 regulated environment)
Ensure tooling designs support cleanroom, traceability, and validation requirements

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)