Overview
Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at .
Toolroom Machinist Position Summary
The Toolroom Machinist will be responsible for working in a precision tooling environment setting up and operating 3 and 5-axis mills to manufacture multiple stamping die, plastic injection, and fixture components.
Responsibilities
- Manufacture fixturing and tooling from engineering drawings with minimal assistance
- Build reliable tooling components on time
- Perform maintenance on Toolroom equipment
- Ensure revision levels of paperwork and tooling components are current
- Troubleshoot using numbers based scientific approach, and determine best solutions
- Document maintenance and build activities in required databases
- Work closely with others to ensure the best practices are used during the build of all tooling components
- Set up and operate 3 and 5-axis mills to produce high quality precise tooling components and other piece parts
- Setup and operate toolroom measurement equipment
- Adhere to all safety policies; includes wearing personal protective equipment when required
- Accurately records and reports hours worked
- Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
- Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
- Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
- Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
- Participate in required company meetings
- Maintain an organized work area (5S)
- Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
- Complete all other work duties as assigned
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
Qualifications
Technical Degree or equivalent experience7–10 years of experience operating CNC mills, including experience with both 2-axis and 5-axis machinesCapable of performing work activities driven from work orders, project plans, and maintenance procedures, and training documentsStrong interpersonal skillsGood troubleshooting skillsCritical thinking and writing 10 years of machining precision componentsCapable of performing work activities driven from work orders, project plans, and maintenance procedures, and training documentsGood ability to conceptualize complex geometry and assembliesGood ability to troubleshoot the machining processBasic theory of cutting tools and machining processStrong math skills, including trigonometryAdvanced theory of cutting tools and machining practices required to manufacture tooling componentsAdvanced ability to troubleshoot by reading surface finishAbility to read, comprehend, follow and document work instructions, standard operating procedures, and training documentsMechanical AptitudeDexterity and hand and eye coordinationAbility to use a microscopeAbility to read and comprehend Drawings and GD&TMicrosoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)Clear and effective verbal and written communication skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced team environmentAbility to prioritize and multitaskPreferred Qualifications :
Proficient on the set up and operation of 3, 5-axis mills and palletizers.Medical Device manufacturingBasic skills and knowledge of Lean principles and toolroom process flowWhat is it like to work at Cretex Medical?
We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical :
The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right.”I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it.”I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives.”We encourage you to explore the many opportunities Cretex Medical can offer you as a valued team member.
Pay Range
USD $26.59 - USD $43.85 / Hr.
Company Benefits
Pay Ranges :
Toolroom Machinist II : $26.59-$39.86Toolroom Machinist III $29.23-$43.85All Employees :
Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24 / 7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.
20+hours :
Cretex’s medical benefit package includes : comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours / week.
30+ hours :
Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.
Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)