Tool Maker IV/EDM

Position Overview:

Highly skilled Tool Maker IV capable of independently manufacturing, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing high-precision molds, dies, tooling, fixtures, and components to tolerances as tight as ±0.0001 inches. Demonstrates advanced expertise in CNC machining, Wire EDM, Sinker EDM, CAD/CAM programming, precision measurement, mold design, and tool fabrication. Recognized for exceptional technical judgment, problem-solving abilities, process improvement initiatives, and leadership in supporting complex tooling projects within highly regulated manufacturing environments, including medical device production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manufacture, repair, modify, and maintain precision molds, tooling, dies, fixtures, and replacement parts using tool room machinery and specialized equipment.
• Independently plan and execute tooling projects by determining the most efficient machining methods, processes, and sequence of operations to achieve quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, specifications, and 3D CAD models to fabricate high-precision components and tooling.
• Operate manual and CNC machine tools, including milling machines, grinders, lathes, Wire EDMs, and Sinker EDMs.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, work-holding fixtures, machine feeds and speeds, lubricants, and machining parameters for a variety of materials and applications.
• Program, set up, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC machining centers, Wire EDM, and Sinker EDM equipment utilizing CAD/CAM software.
• Develop and modify CNC programs and post-processors to improve machining efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability.
• Build, troubleshoot, and validate molds, dies, fixtures, and tooling assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering requirements.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments and advanced inspection equipment to verify dimensional accuracy and maintain required tolerances.
• Program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
• Conduct process capability studies, experimentation, and validation activities to improve machine performance, quality, and consistency.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve tooling, machining, and manufacturing issues.
• Lead tool troubleshooting efforts and develop risk mitigation plans to minimize downtime and improve manufacturing reliability.
• Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to less experienced machinists and toolmakers.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, and workflow optimization.
• Maintain a culture of craftsmanship, precision, and workmanship excellence.