Tooling Technician- Day Shift

Norwood Medical; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off (vacation + holidays)

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Tuition assistance

Career development

Job summary

Norwood Medical in Dayton, Ohio, is manufacturing precision tooling for medical devices used in robotic-assisted and minimally invasive procedures. This role focuses on assembling tooling, calibrating equipment, and maintaining the tool crib to support CNC machining and production.

You will work with vendors, inspect shipments, and assist in tool changeovers while following safety policies. The position offers learning opportunities, teamwork, and growth in a medical device manufacturing

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and dexterity.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively across the organization.
• Excellent time management of projects/tasks.
• Strong understanding of tool life cycle and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to sit, stand, or move about the facility and lift up to 35 pounds during a shift.
• Work as team player and communicate work related issues as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble tooling according to setup and production requirements; preset, measure, and verify tool assemblies (length, diameters) using presetting equipment.
• Calibrate equipment to ensure accuracy in the manufacturing process.
• Inspect tooling for wear, damage, and usability; remove worn or damaged tools from service.
• Coordinate tool regrinding, repair, and refurbishment activities.
• Monitor tool usage and track inventory levels; maintain inventory of cutting tools, tool holders, inserts, and related tooling to prevent shortages.
• Partner with vendors to obtain quotes and manage lead times/delivery schedules; place purchase requisitions for tooling inserts, consumables, and supplies, and expedite order as needed.
• Receive, inspect, and stock incoming tooling shipments.
• Issue and receive tooling to and from CNC machining cells and respond promptly to tooling requests from production personnel.
• Support machine changeovers and new product launches.
• Assist in monitoring tool usage to help identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Follow all company safety policies and PPE requirements and maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool crib environment.
• Ensure tooling meets quality and production specifications.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent worker

Time management

Tool life cycle

Lifting 35 lbs

Team player

Job description

At Norwood Medical, the work you do matters. Every precision component we manufacture plays a role in helping surgeons perform procedures that improve and save lives around the world. From robotic-assisted surgery to minimally invasive medical technologies, our products are trusted in operating rooms where quality and precision make a difference. Whether you're beginning your manufacturing career or looking to grow your CNC skills, you'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced team members, work with advanced equipment, and build a rewarding future in medical device manufacturing. If you're motivated, dependable, and eager to learn, we'd love to have you on our team.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Assemble tooling according to setup and production requirements; preset, measure, and verify tool assemblies (length, diameters) using presetting equipment.
• Calibrate equipment to ensure accuracy in the manufacturing process.
• Inspect tooling for wear, damage, and usability; remove worn or damaged tools from service.
• Coordinate tool regrinding, repair, and refurbishment activities.
• Monitor tool usage and track inventory levels; maintain inventory of cutting tools, tool holders, inserts, and related tooling to prevent shortages.
• Partner with vendors to obtain quotes and manage lead times/delivery schedules; place purchase requisitions for tooling inserts, consumables, and supplies, and expedite order as needed.
• Receive, inspect, and stock incoming tooling shipments.
• Issue and receive tooling to and from CNC machining cells and respond promptly to tooling requests from production personnel.
• Support machine changeovers and new product launches.
• Assist in monitoring tool usage to help identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Follow all company safety policies and PPE requirements and maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool crib environment.
• Ensure tooling meets quality and production specifications.

Skills

• Basic mechanical aptitude and dexterity.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively across the organization.
• Excellent time management of projects/tasks.
• Strong understanding of tool life cycle and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to sit, stand, or move about the facility and lift up to 35 pounds during a shift.
• Work as team player and communicate work related issues as needed.

What You Bring

• Safety Mindset: Consistent usage of required PPE and safety procedures for tasks being performed.
• Experience: Demonstrated longevity of at least eight consecutive months in previous employment. Top Candidates will have: working experience in manufacturing environment.
• Time Management: Reliable, on-time attendance record; Ability to efficiently reach productivity goals.
• Adaptability: Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures; Ability to work overtime when required; Eagerness to learn processes and procedures in multiple areas.
• Collaborative: Promote a culture of teamwork where we help each other to learn and meet shared goals.
• Communication: Share information clearly, listen to understand, resolve issues through open dialogue, and use communication tools to stay connected. Must be able to read, write and conduct business in English with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Thoroughness: The ability to properly perform quality checks; Focus on accuracy to provide our customers with the best possible experience; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; perform a variety of clerical functions as needed and understand basic math.

What You Will Get

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits starting last day of the month.
• 10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year), up to 9 paid holidays.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs providing financial advice, personal and group therapy, etc.
• College tuition assistance program available after 6 months of employment.
• A safety focused workplace.
• Numerous avenues for personal and professional growth through training and upward movement within Norwood.
• 401(k) savings plans.
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts.
• Career Development.

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Norwood:

• Background Screening
• Drug Screening

Norwood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Norwood is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers understand what we make matters.