Die and Tool Maker Job at STERIS - Operations, Saint Louis, MO

  • STERIS - Operations
  • Saint Louis, MO

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Die and Tool Maker

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

As a Tool Maker you will be responsible for providing provides strategic technical tooling support to Operations projects (Production) as well as R&D and New Product Development (NPD). This position must have hands-on toolmaking experience to identify and troubleshoot technical tool issues in production, oversee fixture and instrument component fabrication, and service and maintain production tooling and fixtures from engineering prints and 3-D CAD. Must have experience with instrument/fixture design. Must have in-depth knowledge of milling, turning, machining, grinding, wire EDM, sinker EDM, and CNC systems and their capabilities. This position will provide input, guidance, and technical support on new Mold builds, fixtures, modifications, and improvements based on experience and common practice. This position requires a hands-on person who can perform all tooling manufacturing functions during the fabrication, maintenance, or repair of any instrument, fixture, or tool, if necessary. This position will be responsible for time and cost estimations for project timelines.

Shift: 5:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday

What you will do a Tool Maker

Strategic collaboration with Molding, R&D, Automation, and Assembly to ensure projects are delivered accurately and on time.

Tooling project support for all STERIS Maplewood-related projects.

Support with new tooling for instrument manufacturing, production of fixtures, and hand tools for assembly.

Investigate and resolve tooling issues in production to ensure limited downtime.

Oversee and build prototype products, jigs, and fixtures for production.

Work closely with Engineering to enhance productivity.

Plans Mold builds / repairs by reading blueprints, instructions, and sketches, or studying the actual part.

Set up equipment by studying instrument print requirements, materials, tolerances, and machine capabilities.

Contribute to product design by providing technical equipment and offering solutions.

Maintain a safe work environment by following standards and procedures.

Assist tool design in the development and implementation of fixtures for new product lines.

Build/repair tooling required for production.

Assist maintenance by making/modifying equipment parts.

Perform mathematical calculations (i.e., trigonometry) to obtain x and y coordinates for machined features.

Type memos to keep leadership informed on projects.

Assist with the training of the production machinists.

Troubleshoots various problems (i.e., improper tooling, dull tools, wrong machined feature, etc.) and develops corrective action to prevent recurrence.

Other duties as assigned.

The Experience, Skills and Abilities

Required:

High School Diploma or GED.

5+ years of hands-on Toolmaker & Tool Troubleshooting Experience.

CAD Design experience

Experience with statistical methods and Engineering Calculations.

Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

3D CAD modeling; experience with SolidWorks is a plus.

Working knowledge of CNC and EDM

General tool shop practices and advanced knowledge of machinery such as lathes, grinders, mills, etc.

Preferred:

1 year of experience in Design for Quality and Lean Manufacturing.

Apprenticeship in tool making with any applicable coursework.

Other:

Strong leadership and teamwork.

Ability to communicate effectively across the enterprise, as well as various groups such as Regulatory, QA/QC, Supply Chain, internal customers (Marketing, Customer Service, Sales) and external suppliers.

Someone who is very flexible, motivated, and has strong Problem-solving skills.

High level of commitment to the success of a project.

Microsoft Office Software and other company and discipline-specific software applications.

Effective organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and plan work.

Must be able to effectively evaluate staff skills and delegate to ensure projects meet deadlines.

Self-starter; must be able to manage time with limited oversight.

What STERIS Offers

We Value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your heath, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

  • Market Competitive Pay
  • Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
  • Long/short Term disability coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Maternity & Paternal Leave
  • Additional add-ons benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and continues educations programs
  • Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career

You should be proficient in:

  • GD&T
  • CAD Software
  • Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
  • Blueprint Reading
  • CAD Design
  • grinders
  • lathes
  • mills
  • Tool Maker
  • Working knowledge of CNC and EDM

Job Tags

Temporary work, Apprenticeship, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work

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