Tool & Die Maker I - 2nd Shift

Cretex Medical•Coon Rapids, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The role of Tool and Die Maker I is to support the building and maintaining of fixtures, gages, and multiple forms of tooling using validated effective practices. This is a 2nd Shift position, Monday - Friday, 2:30pm to 11:00pm.

Requirements

Technical degree or equivalent machine tool experience
1 year of experience machining or stamping
Know the theory of cutting and forming in the stamping process
Good troubleshooting skills
Good ability to conceptualize complex assemblies
Good ability to identify different materials and their relationship to design (form, fit, and function)
Strong math skills, including trigonometry
Mechanical Aptitude
Dexterity, hand, and eye coordination
Ability to use a microscope
Attention to detail
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints
Basic GD&T experience
Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to prioritize and multitask

Nice To Haves

Toolroom Machinist Desirable Criteria & Qualifications
Proficient in SolidWorks
Medical Device manufacturing
Progressive Tooling Experience
Basic skills and knowledge of Lean Principles and toolroom process workflow

Responsibilities

Maintain and build reliable production ready tooling on time
Document and build activities in required databases
Surface grind to required tolerances
Troubleshoot tooling issues and determines best solutions
Work closely with others to ensure best practices are used during the build and qualification of all tooling
Monitor and assist in the refinement of all toolroom processes
Identify fixturing, gaging, and tooling needs for toolroom and production needs
Adhere to all safety policies; includes wearing personal protective equipment when required
Develop CAM programs from CAD generated models
Set up and operate CNC and Manual Toolroom Equipment to produce high quality precise tooling components and other piece parts
Setup and operate all toolroom measurement equipment
Perform maintenance on toolroom equipment
Ensure revision levels of paperwork and tooling components are current
Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
Participate in required company meetings
Maintain an organized work area (5S)
Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
Complete all other work duties as assigned
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Benefits

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
life insurance options
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
profit sharing
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
paid time off
holiday pay
onsite medical clinic
Onsite Clinic
Paid Parental Leave
Monthly Social Events
Annual Employee Appreciation Week
Volunteer Opportunities
Training and Development Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service)
Cretex University
24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
wellness program with incentives
employee death benefit
employee sick and safe leave
pre-tax health savings account
healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts
accident and critical illness benefits
optional employee, spouse, and child life