Lead Tooling Technician - 1st Shift

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. is seeking a Process Control and Maintenance specialist to operate and set up CNC and manual machines to produce parts that meet strict quality standards.

You will read blueprints, calculate speeds and feeds, perform precise set-ups, and inspect work to ensure tolerances are met through multiple operations. The role offers a daytime shift of 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, with hourly pay between $23.80 and $37.18 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience preferred.
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans method and sequence of work for CNC machining operations using software or machine programming.
• Read, follow, and interpret 2D drawings or 3D models per work orders.
• Perform math calculations to ensure precision, determining speeds and feeds.
• Set up CNC/NC/manual machines and install tooling; adjust depths and speeds.
• Inspect in-process work, verify dimensions, and adjust as needed; ensure conformance to specs.
• Polish/hone finished parts and design/build jigs or fixtures as required.
• Maintain tooling inventories and use hand tools and inspection devices.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Mathematical calculations

Machine setup

Inspection tools

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EDM

Lathe

Milling machines

Job description

What Process Control and Maintenance contributes to Cardinal Health

Manufacturing is responsible for cost of production and maintenance activities including process improvement, supply chain management, quality assurance, employee safety and engagement, and environmental commitment.

Process Control and Maintenance sets up and operates processing equipment to manufacture to established quality standards in order to meet production demands. Troubleshoots, repairs and conducts maintenance on equipment. Writes and executes equipment qualifications on all new or modified tooling or equipment to test and qualify items and provide documented proof that operations are within established parameters. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Shift Details

• 7:00 am to 3:00 pm - Monday to Friday

Responsibilities

• Plans method and sequence of work for CNC machining operations by utilizing programming software through post processors or programming at the machine.
• Able to read, follow, draw 2D and or model 3-D blueprints in accordance to work orders and/or verbal instructions
• Perform mathematical calculations (Trigonometry) to ensure accuracy of precision set-ups, knowledgeable of speeds and feeds for different materials and/or tool settings for each operation as required.
• Sets-up various CNC, NC and manual machine(s), i.e. EDM, lathe, mill, hone, surface & ID/OD grinders, installs appropriate tool bit.
• Set-up, position, align and/or secure work on machine. Sets depth, speed, and length, et cetera controls.
• Starts and operates machine(s) to achieve desired function. Inspects work in-progress, verifies dimensions and tolerances, adjusts controls and/or changes cutting tools/holder/fixtures as required.
• Polish/hone finished work as required. Inspects work for conformance to specifications.
• Designs, builds and machines tools, jigs, and fixtures as required for each operation.
• Maintains machine bits, drills and holder fixtures inventories as required.
• Uses a variety of hand tools and all machine shop inspection devices, i.e. micrometers, caliper, depth gages, plug gates, et cetera.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience, preferred
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies extensive knowledge and company policies to complete a wide range of assignments
• Demonstrates expert understanding of all levels of the job family and has thorough knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility
• Takes the lead in effectively applying new processes and skills in accomplishing assignments
• May provide technical guidance and training to others
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
• Works on complex problems that require independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issue
• Makes recommendation for new or revised processes and has a role on the implementation
• Adheres to all quality guidelines
• Works with minimal degree of supervision
• Has latitude to make decisions in exceptional circumstances within established guidelines
• Provides guidance to less experienced team members
• May have team leader responsibilities but does not formally supervised

Anticipated hourly range

$23.80 - $37.18 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close

10/24/2026

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.