Sr. Tool & Die Technician - 1st Shift
Terumo
Summary
Leads design, troubleshooting, and optimization of complex or custom tooling systems at the plant level. Acts as a tooling subject matter expert, guiding engineering and production teams in high-precision tool development, CNC programming, and integration with automated equipment. Mentors junior toolmakers, drives continuous improvement and tooling innovation, and ensures tooling strategies maximize product quality, yield, and compliance.
Job description
Job Summary
Leads design, troubleshooting, and optimization of complex or custom tooling systems at the plant level. Acts as a tooling subject matter expert, guiding engineering and production teams in high-precision tool development, CNC programming, and integration with automated equipment. Mentors junior toolmakers, drives continuous improvement and tooling innovation, and ensures tooling strategies maximize product quality, yield, and compliance.
Job Details/Responsibilities
- Complex Tool Design & Fabrication – Lead development, fabrication, and optimization of highly complex dies, fixtures, and tooling.
- Tooling Integration with Automation Systems – Lead tooling projects interfacing with automated production equipment.
- Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution – Solve complex, recurring, and high-precision tooling problems affecting production, quality, and compliance.
- Documentation & Standards Creation – Author tooling standards, procedures, and technical documentation for plant-wide use.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation – Drive tooling innovation, optimize processes, and implement efficiency and quality improvements.
- Mentorship & Technical Leadership – Provide expert guidance to Tool & Die I and II personnel; lead training and development of tooling skills.
- Other related duties may be assigned.
- Incumbent must follow all established Environmental Health & Safety and Quality System policies, programs, rules and practices, including but not limited to product and patient safety, the health and safety of all associates as well as the environment and community at large.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)
Knowledge: Expert-level tooling, machining, materials, and GD&T knowledge. Advanced CNC programming, CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD). Tooling integration with automated equipment and production systems. Medical device regulatory standards and compliance for tooling.
Skills: Lead complex tooling projects from design through implementation. Develop innovative tooling solutions and improvements. Mentor and coach junior toolmakers in technical and safety practices. Independently troubleshoot systemic tooling problems affecting production.
Abilities: Make strategic decisions impacting plant-wide tooling reliability. Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams on tooling strategy. Handle high-precision work with attention to tolerances down to ±0.0001 inch. Fully bilingual (English and Spanish) for plant-wide communication, is preferred.
Qualifications/ Background Experiences
Associate degree in Tool & Die, Machinist or Technology of Engineering. Work Experience: 6–10+ years in tool and die making, machining, or manufacturing operations. Certifications / Training: Advanced CNC, CAD/CAM, GD&T, specialized tooling/materials training. Other Attributes: Recognized plant-level tooling expert, strategic thinker, strong mentoring and problem-solving capabilities.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Tool & Die, Machinist or Technology of Engineering
- 6–10+ years in tool and die making, machining, or manufacturing operations
- Expert-level tooling, machining, materials, and GD&T knowledge
- Advanced CNC programming
- CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD)
- Tooling integration with automated equipment and production systems
- Medical device regulatory standards and compliance for tooling
- Lead complex tooling projects from design through implementation
- Develop innovative tooling solutions and improvements
- Mentor and coach junior toolmakers in technical and safety practices
- Independently troubleshoot systemic tooling problems affecting production
- Make strategic decisions impacting plant-wide tooling reliability
- Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams on tooling strategy
- Handle high-precision work with attention to tolerances down to ±0.0001 inch
- Fully bilingual (English and Spanish) for plant-wide communication, is preferred
- Advanced CNC, CAD/CAM, GD&T, specialized tooling/materials training
Benefits
- Annual bonus
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision benefits
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Tax advantage savings accounts
- Legal plan
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary long-term disability
- Short term disability
- Critical illness and accident insurance
- Parental leave
- Personal leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Travel assistance
- Employee assistance program
Company overview
Terumo Corporation is a global leader in medical technology with over 100 years of history, founded in 1921 as a Japanese thermometer manufacturer. Headquartered in Tokyo and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE: 4543), Terumo operates in more than 160 countries and regions worldwide with approximately 30,000 employees. The company's extensive business portfolio spans three major segments: Cardiac & Vascular Business, Blood Management Business, and General Hospital Business. Terumo specializes in innovative medical solutions including vascular intervention systems, cardiovascular surgical devices, neurovascular treatment technologies, blood transfusion systems, diabetes care products, peritoneal dialysis equipment, and various disposable medical devices. As a component of the Nikkei 225 index, Terumo has grown through strategic acquisitions including Vascutek, MicroVention, and CaridianBCT, establishing itself as a comprehensive medical device manufacturer with strong R&D capabilities and global manufacturing footprint. The company maintains its founding mission of "Contributing to Society through Healthcare" while continuously advancing medical technology to improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery worldwide.