Tooling Technician - 1st Shift

What Tooling Metrology contributes to Cardinal Health

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

Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup; uses a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining; fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required. Some machines may be numerically controlled. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Utilize metrology equipment to measure injection molded and mold related components such as cavities and cores, and molded material to support first article inspections, process   validations   and material qualifications
• Provide metrology documentation to support measurements. Monitors trends in prices, sources, availability and recommends necessary action to ensure a continued flow of materials to meet production requirements
• Seeks   and recommends cost savings opportunities based on material substitution, competitive sources, improved systems, or   new items
• Evaluates new vendors for price, product, quality, and service capabilities
• Develops and   maintains   supplier relationships and serves as a liaison between suppliers and tool room resources
• Assists   in coordinating trials on production lines with Engineering and Manufacturing
• Provide inventory control support by managing negative inventories, analyze and evaluate monthly spare part inventories, and investigate and resolve all inventory discrepancies in their area of responsibility
• Actively   participate   in all lean manufacturing initiatives for schedules,   component   supplies, and   purchased   items for the tool room

Qualifications

• Basic Metrology knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, preferred
• 4-5 years medical device manufacturing related experience, preferred
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Certificate from college or technical school (machinist, engineering technology) preferred or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, preferred
• Knowledge of BPCS or related MRP Systems, preferred
• Working Knowledge of GMP and ISO Practices, preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies knowledge and company policies to complete a variety of tasks
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
• Works on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgment in resolving issues
• May assist in recommendation of processes on new assignments
• Adheres to all quality guidelines
• Works with limited supervision
• Work occasionally involves review of output by work lead or supervisor
• May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members

Anticipated hourly range : $20.90 - $33.00 per hour based on experience

Bonus eligible : No

Benefits : Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• 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 : 6/27/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

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.