Tool Maker II

Vantedge Medical Company; Durham (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hobson & Motzer, now part of Vantedge Medical, seeks a Tool Maker II for our Durham, CT facility. The role focuses on building, repairing, and troubleshooting tooling and gauges with minimal supervision to sustain high efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints, repairing tooling, leading projects when needed, inspecting work, and maintaining 6S standards. Five years’ CT journeyman experience is preferred; state certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred.
• 5 years experience as CT Tool and Die Maker Journeyman preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to perform basic math, trig, and geometry.
• Willingness to work Saturday mornings when required.

Responsibilities

• Build new tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges from blueprints within established standards and customer specifications with minimum supervision.
• Repair and troubleshoot existing tooling, dies, and fixtures to blueprint specifications within established standards with minimum supervision, operating the production equipment when necessary (press, feeder, straightener, etc.).
• Properly analyze and provide input when troubleshooting tooling.
• Efficiently design and build some small tools and fixtures to blueprint specifications and established standards.
• Effectively function as project leader, as required.
• Accurately inspect own work to verify quality using a variety of measurement equipment.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records and update changes in accordance with established shop standards.
• Ensure on-time deliveries within specified design parameters and tooling budgets.
• Efficiently analyze and improve machining methods to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment by following 6S standards.
• Properly follow all H&M procedures and policies.
• Use the correct personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as JHAs and job descriptions. Protective footwear must comply with ASTM F2413 and F2412 standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including the Idea System.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematical calculations

Trigonometry & geometry

Problem solving

Technical communication

Saturday shift availability

Education

High school diploma or vocational technical school diploma

Job description

Tool Maker II

Full time | Permanent | Onsite

Hourly |1st & 2nd ShiftAvailable

*We are not accepting candidates from third-party agencies.

About Us:

Hobson & Motzer is now part of Vantedge Medical! Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. We are at the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams work in unison, collaborating and problem-solving to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe. Making a difference in the lives of patients and their families drives us to go above and beyond every day. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.

Hobson & Motzer is a vertically integrated manufacturer of precision metal components and assemblies serving the needs of the medical device market and other advanced industries. We operate two manufacturing plants with primary operations - and headquarters - centrally located in Durham, CT; our Advanced Manufacturing Center is just a few miles away in Wallingford, CT. Description. Join an organization that has a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. Our employees use their creativity and talent to invent new solutions, meet new demands, and offer the most effective services and solutions in the industry.

About this Opportunity:

This position effectively builds, repairs, and troubleshoots new and existing tooling and gauges with minimum supervision in order to maintain superior operating efficiency, resulting in quality product.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively build new tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges from blueprints within established standards and customer specifications with minimum supervision.
• Effectively repair and troubleshoot existing tooling, dies, and fixtures to blueprint specifications within established standards with minimum supervision, operating the production equipment when necessary (press, feeder, straightener, etc.).
• Properly analyze and provide input when troubleshooting tooling.
• Efficiently design and build some small tools and fixtures to blueprint specifications and established standards.
• Effectively function as project leader, as required.
• Accurately inspect own work to verify quality using a variety of measurement equipment.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records and update changes in accordance with established shop standards.
• Ensure on-time deliveries within specified design parameters and tooling budgets.
• Efficiently analyze and improve machining methods to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment by following 6S standards.
• Properly follow all H&M procedures and policies.
• Use the correct personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as JHAs and job descriptions. Protective footwear must comply with ASTM F2413 and F2412 standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including the Idea System.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
• High school diploma or vocational technical school diploma preferred.
• Five years of experience as a State of Connecticut Tool and Die Maker Journeyman is preferred, along with experience building and troubleshooting progressive dies.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, part drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic trigonometry and geometry.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Availability to work Saturday mornings when required.
• State of Connecticut Tool and Die Journeyman certification preferred.