Toolmaker III

Tool And Die Maker III

Exceptional People. Hard Problems. Meaningful Careers. Big Impact.

Nowhere else can you touch as many life-changing medical technologies. At Forj Medical, we work side by side with more than 100 medical device companies from startups to global giants to bring life-enhancing technologies to market. Working with us means solving hard problems with extraordinary people in a collaborative work environment. Join us.

Job Summary

The Tool And Die Maker III assesses tool condition, troubleshoots complex tools, and works closely with engineering on tooling issues and design improvements.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

1. Inspects highly complex tools (molds & dies) for damage and wear to assess overall condition.
2. Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
3. Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.
4. Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances on new and existing designs.
5. Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part. Including production machines.
6. Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product.
7. Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machine, and grinder, to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machine parts to specifications.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Two-year technical school in Tool & Die making or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years related experience as a Toolmaker.

Skills

• Understanding of various tool steels and how they relate to the appropriate application.
• Knowledge of small miniature molds is a plus.
• Experience with medical grade resins is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of machine shop practice.
• Highly analytical.
• Understands trigonometry.
• Understands production machine functions and can troubleshoot mechanical functions.
• Good communication skills.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to walk, squat, bend, climb, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Employee is frequently required to talk or hear. Employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Employee must frequently lift 10 pounds and/or occasionally move up to 50 pounds.

Compensation: The expected starting pay for this position is $36/hr to $42/hr depending on qualifications. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefits program.

EEO Statement

Forj Medical provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Working Condition

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Compensation and Total Rewards Package

The salary range for this position is outlined below under "Job Details" and is dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable employment laws. Beyond base salary, Forj offers a competitive Total Rewards Package. We offer health, dental, vision, 401K plans, and time off programs. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual bonus program which depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.