EDM Sinker Specialist II

About Nissha Medical Technologies – New Richmond (Isometric Micro Molding Center of Excellence)

Nissha Medical Technologies – New Richmond is home to the Isometric Micro Molding Center of Excellence, where highly skilled teams take pride in solving some of the most challenging manufacturing problems in medical technology. Located in New Richmond, Wisconsin, this campus brings together deep expertise in micro molding, precision tooling, and micro automated assembly to support devices where precision, reliability, and miniaturization truly matter.

Our New Richmond team plays a critical role in helping customers turn complex ideas into scalable, manufacturable solutions for applications such as drug delivery, surgical robotics, diagnostics, and minimally invasive devices. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, engineers, toolmakers, operators, and quality professionals work side by side to push boundaries, improve processes, and continuously raise the bar.

As part of Nissha Medical Technologies, the New Richmond site combines the agility and hands‑on culture of a specialized center of excellence with the resources and global reach of a worldwide CDMO. Nissha Medical Technologies is the medical devices business unit and a wholly owned subsidiary of Nissha Co., Ltd., a publicly held Japanese company headquartered in Kyoto, Japan (TSE: 7915). Together, our teams are united by a shared commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and making a meaningful impact on healthcare.

What You Will Do

Essential Job Functions

EDM Setup, Programming & Operation – 60%

• Analyze CAD models, blueprints, and technical specifications to determine EDM machining approach with minimal supervision.
• Set up, program, and operate sinker EDM machines to achieve +/-.0001 accuracy with minimal supervision.
• Begin to develop and optimize EDM burn strategies with EDM Sinker Specialist III.
• Monitor machining processes and adjust to maintain tolerances and surface finish requirements.
• Moderate knowledge of tool design and understanding of fit and function of mold components.

Collaboration With Manufacturing Groups, Team Development and Strategy –15%

• Work side by side with EDM Sinker Specialist III, collaborating with CNC, Toolmakers, and Polishing teams to ensure component readiness and accuracy.
• Work side by side with EDM Sinker Specialist III, collaborating and coordinating with Designers, Electrode Designer and management on edm and tooling approach.
• Provide feedback on design for manufacturability and EDM feasibility.

Troubleshooting, Maintenance & Optimization –10%

• Diagnose and resolve EDM machining issues, including burn inconsistencies, electrode wear, and dimensional deviations with minimal supervision.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and ensure equipment is operating efficiently.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance cycle time and quality with direction and collaboration from EDM Sinker Specialist III.

Additional Responsibilities (Secondary -~15%)

Compliance

• Follow all company quality standards, safety policies, and required procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality with all proprietary information.

Other Duties

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Production Supervisor, Tooling Supervisor or EDM Sinker Specialist III.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Associate or technical degree in machining, manufacturing technology, or related discipline OR a minimum of 3-5 years of sinker EDM experience.
• Superior expertise in sinker EDM setup, programming, and operation.
• Experience achieving tight tolerances.
• Strong understanding of EDM principles, electrode materials, and burn strategies.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T.
• Experience with CAD software (Creo, Edrawings, Solidworks) preferred.
• Strong problem-solving capability and mechanical aptitude.
• Extremely high attention to detail.
• High ethical standards aligned with Isometric Core Values.
• Ability to handle confidential and proprietary information appropriately.

Relational Requirements

• Ability to make independent decisions based on technical knowledge and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to support collaboration with coworkers, management, and external partners.

Competencies

• Personify Core Values: Integrity, Precision, Proactive Collaboration, and Dedication in all interactions.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues efficiently; analyzes information skillfully.
• Customer Service: Manages challenging situations professionally; responds promptly to requests.
• Diplomacy: Maintains composure and professionalism, even in difficult scenarios.
• Judgment: Uses sound decision making in technical evaluations and interactions.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and commitment to excellence.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering blueprints, EDM programs, and technical documentation.
• Ability to clearly communicate and respond to questions from coworkers, management, and customers.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, verbal, or diagram form.

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations

• EDM or Tool & Die related certification preferred.
• Completion of apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience is strongly preferred.

Compensation Range: $30–$37 per hour, based on experience and qualifications