Toolmaker III

Medtronic•21h ago

United StatesOnsiteFull-timeMid Level3+ yrs exp

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extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth
impact. A Day in the Life
The Toolmaker III is responsible for the fabrication, repair, maintenance
modification of precision tools, dies, molds, jigs
fixtures used in manufacturing operations. This role interprets engineering drawings and specifications to machines and assemble tooling components with high precision. The Toolmaker III supports production by troubleshooting tooling issues, performing adjustments and repairs
ensuring tools operate efficiently to maintain product quality and manufacturing productivity. The position collaborates with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve tooling performance and implement process improvements while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. PRODUCTION SUPPORT CAREER STREAM: Provides support in manufacturing operations and/or distribution centers including assembly, machinery, processing, packaging, and/or distribution of company products. May set up and operate automatic or semiautomatic machines and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation. Reports any malfunctions or abnormalities in machines, with higher levels recommending and/or making adjustments to methods and processes. May be involved in shipping, receiving, inventory control
storage of products in distribution centers. DIFFERENTIATING FACTORS Autonomy: Seasoned individual contributor who provides assistance and training to lower level employees. Works under limited supervision, with no instruction needed on routine work and general instructions given on new activities. Thoroughly knows operating equipment and established operational procedures. Performs a wide variety of non-routine clerical tasks and may support special projects or assignments in distribution center. Organizational Impact: Performs activities requiring considerable judgment and may have ownership of minor projects in manufacturing/production operations or distribution center. Work may include non-routine activities related to new lines of work or special assignments. Innovation and Complexity: Problems faced are general
may require some analysis to understand and resolve. Expected to independently propose solutions to problems for supervisor review. May be responsible for recommending making minor changes in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of own job area. Communication and Influence: Communicates typically with internal and external contacts, as needed. Obtains and provides information on matters of moderate importance to the job area. Leadership and Talent Management: Responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees within job area. Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires broad knowledge of manufacturing or supply chain operational procedures, systems
tools gained through experience and/or relevant training, education
certifications. Requires 3+ years of related experience
may include a combination of practical experience and applicable training, education
certification. No minimum education requirement. Nice to Have Qualifications : Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments (FDA, ISO 13485
similar). Knowledge of CNC programming and operation. Familiarity with CAD/CAM software for tooling design or modifications. Experience with EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) or wire EDM. Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience. Basic understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). Experience supporting high‑volume production environments. Knowledge of preventive maintenance systems for tooling. For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer
communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above
specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. Recruitment Fraud Alert We are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind: Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses. Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate. If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links
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competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP). Medtronic benefits and compensation plans It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status
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Required skills

CNC programmingCAD/CAMEDMLean ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementGD&T