Requisition ID: 61421 Title: Tool and Die Maker I Division: Arthrex Manufacturing Inc (US02) Location: AMISC-A (US28)

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively searching for a Tool & Die Maker. Previous experience in a machining environment is required.. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Main Objective:

Designs and constructs jigs, tools, fixtures and gauges and provides machining support for production and Engineering departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, set-up and operate a variety of machines to manufacture intricate close tolerance tooling, jigs, fixtures and gauges to aid and improve accuracy and efficiency within the Assembly and Engineering departments.


• Work closely with the Engineering department in the design and manufacture of research and development projects.


• Performs production-machining and laser etching duties to specified criteria on engineering prints, work orders or standard work instructions.


• Conducts First Article Inspections as required within the department.


• Performs or initiates any cleaning on machines or housekeeping within the machine shop department.


• Works with minimal or no supervision.


• Follows all safety training requirements for the position. Notifies management and or the Safety Officer of any unsafe work conditions.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required in addition to trade school education in tool room functions and/or experience in tooling and fixture design


• Basic CNC machine programming skills required


• Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:


• Knowledge of machining processes, shop mathematics and material properties.


• Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:


• Set-up and operate lathes, mills manual and CNC, grinders, Laser marking machines and measuring equipment.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish requirements, and draw valid conclusions on a course of action. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to comprehend and apply mathematical principles to the degree required to perform the job based upon job requirements.

Language and Communication Skills:

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must routinely lift and/or move up to 10 lbs and to bend occasionally and lift 50-70 lbs.

Vision Requirements:

Visual acuity necessary to do the job safely and effectively.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision with the aid of a microscope and light source.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and sharp tools or devices. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Company-Provided Life Insurance


• Voluntary Life Insurance


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)


• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Annual Bonus


• Wellness Incentive Program


• Free Onsite Medical Clinics


• Free Onsite Lunch


• Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Trip of a Lifetime


• Paid Parental Leave


• Paid Time Off


• Volunteer PTO


• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.