Tool and Die Maker II
Cadence Inc
Summary
As a Tool & Die Maker II, you'll perform complex bench, machine, and finishing operations to maintain and enhance precision high speed stamping dies and fixtures. You'll play a key role in improving die performance, leading training for junior staff, and working with a high-performing technical team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Job description
Position Summary
As a Tool & Die Maker II, you'll perform complex bench, machine, and finishing operations to maintain and enhance precision high speed stamping dies and fixtures. You'll play a key role in improving die performance, leading training for junior staff, and working with a high-performing technical team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, layout, and execute die maintenance work with minimal supervision.
- Modify and maintain complex injection moldings and fixtures to optimize performance.
- Operate and set up all Tool Room equipment and machinery.
- Perform advanced machine set-ups that may require tool modifications.
- Monitor and inspect die performance and quality.
- Instruct and mentor other Toolmakers, Machinists, and Technicians.
- Operate forklift trucks and overhead cranes as required.
- Assist in machine troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
- Maintain all documentation in the maintenance program.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Wire EDM and Esprit programming experience a plus.
- Completion of a state sponsored Tool & Die or Mold Maker apprenticeship program or equivalent industry experience.
- 5+ years of related experience in tooling manufacturing and CNC programming with CAD experience (Solid Works).
- Skilled in electrical troubleshooting.
- Soldering, brazing, and welding a plus.
- Fork truck certification (training provided) a plus.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.
- Solid computer skills a plus.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of a state sponsored Tool & Die or Mold Maker apprenticeship program or equivalent industry experience.
- 5+ years of related experience in tooling manufacturing and CNC programming with CAD experience (Solid Works).
- Skilled in electrical troubleshooting.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ongoing training opportunities
Company overview
Cadence Inc is a leading vertically integrated medical device contract manufacturing organization serving the medical device, diagnostics, and drug delivery markets worldwide. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Staunton, Virginia, the company employs approximately 800 people across multiple locations in the United States and Costa Rica. Cadence provides comprehensive end-to-end manufacturing solutions, from early-stage product design and development collaboration through complete manufacturing and full supply chain management. The company specializes in precision engineering for complex medical devices, including micro-needles for drug delivery, surgical instruments, and assemblies for robotic surgery. With ISO 13485 certification and FDA registration across its facilities, Cadence serves top medical device and pharmaceutical OEMs, focusing on cardiovascular, diabetes care, ophthalmology, and robotic-assisted surgery markets. The company's vertically integrated approach combines design support, engineering expertise, ultra-high-precision manufacturing, in-house tooling, and full-scale production under one roof, enabling tighter quality control, faster timelines, and more dependable paths to commercialization for medical innovations.