Tool Maker I — Precision Dies for Medical Devices (Onsite)

Vantedge Medical Company; Durham (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantedge Medical is seeking a Tool Maker I to join our Durham, CT team onsite. This full-time, permanent role supports the manufacture of precision metal components for medical markets, with 1st and 2nd shifts available and a focus on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, troubleshoot dies, and perform precise inspections while maintaining records and adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or vocational tech school preferred; Journeyman CT Tool & Die Maker preferred.
• Minimum 3 years' experience building and troubleshooting progressive dies.

Responsibilities

• Build tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges from blueprints with moderate supervision.
• Repair and troubleshoot tooling, dies, and fixtures to blueprint specs.
• Inspect work and verify quality using a range of equipment.
• Maintain records and update design changes per shop standards.
• Support on-time deliveries within tooling budgets and design parameters.
• Follow 6S standards and wear PPE per JHAs and job requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematical aptitude

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or vocational technical school diploma

CT Tool and Die Maker Journeyman certification preferred

Job description

Vantedge Medical is seeking a Tool Maker I to join our Durham, CT team onsite. This full-time, permanent role supports the manufacture of precision metal components for medical markets, with 1st and 2nd shifts available and a focus on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, troubleshoot dies, and perform precise inspections while maintaining records and adhering to safety standards.