Toolmaker I, First Shift

COV Covidien LP; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Medtronic seeks an entry‑level Toolmaker I to support the reliable production of life‑changing medical technologies. You will build, repair, and maintain tooling, fixtures, gauges, jigs, and molds, interpreting drawings and CAD models while working with engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance teams.

This on‑site role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement. You will gain hands‑on experience with machining, tooling materials, and measurement techniques, joining a culture that

Qualifications

• Must have basic mechanical aptitude and an interest in developing toolmaking and machining skills.
• Ability to follow technical instructions, safety procedures, and established work practices.
• Technical school, apprenticeship, or vocational training in tool and die, machining, or a related field.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints, engineering drawings, or technical specs.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble, modify, maintain, and repair tooling, fixtures, jigs, gauges, molds, and machine components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and CAD models to complete assigned work.
• Operate manual machine-shop equipment, including mills, lathes, grinders, and drill presses.
• Use precision measuring instruments to inspect completed work and verify dimensional and quality requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance and assist with troubleshooting tooling and production equipment.
• Document tooling repairs, modifications, maintenance activities, and inventory accurately.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

Technical school, apprenticeship, or vocational training in tool and die, machining

Tools

CNC machining

Machining practices

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 26 Sep 2026 Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life As a Toolmaker I at Medtronic, you will help support the reliable production of life-changing medical technologies by building, repairing, and maintaining the precision tooling used in our manufacturing operations. In this entry-level role, you will work with tooling, fixtures, gauges, jigs, molds, and machine components while developing your technical skills alongside experienced colleagues. You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams to help ensure tooling meets established safety, quality, and performance standards. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 5 days a week onsite (First Shift) as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.

Responsibilities may include:

• Manufacture, assemble, modify, maintain, and repair tooling, fixtures, jigs, gauges, molds, and machine components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and CAD models to complete assigned work.
• Operate manual machine-shop equipment, including mills, lathes, grinders, and drill presses.
• Use precision measuring instruments to inspect completed work and verify compliance with dimensional and quality requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance and assist with troubleshooting tooling and production equipment.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams to address production needs and support continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Document tooling repairs, modifications, maintenance activities, and inventory accurately.
• Follow established safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements, and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Identify tooling concerns and communicate potential quality, safety, or production issues to the appropriate team members.

Must Have:

• No minimum education requirement.
• No prior experience required.

Nice to Have:

• Basic mechanical aptitude and an interest in developing toolmaking and machining skills.
• Ability to follow technical instructions, safety procedures, and established work practices.
• Technical school, apprenticeship, or vocational training in tool and die, machining, or a related field.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, or technical specifications.
• Familiarity with machining practices, tooling materials, or measurement techniques.
• Exposure to precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges.
• Exposure to CNC machining.
• Experience supporting fixture modifications or tooling improvements.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or 5S principles.
• Basic computer skills, including experience documenting work or using work-order systems.
• For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$48,400.00 - $72,600.00
• This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP).
• The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California.
• The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location.
• Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
• The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
• The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
• Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.
• Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
• Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare settingis considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support. This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.