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 www.cretexmedical.com.
NPD Machinist II Position Summary:
The NDP Machinist I will be responsible to work in a precision tooling environment programming, setting up, and operating multiple types of Toolroom Equipment to manufacture multiple forms of tooling components from CAD models.
This positions shift schedule is Monday - Friday 2:30pm - 11:00pm
Responsibilities
NDP Machinist II 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
Design specialty fixturing for Toolroom processes with assistance
Troubleshoot using numbers based scientific approach, and determine best solutions
Document maintenance and build activities in required databases
Surface grind to required tolerances
Work closely with others to ensure best practices are used during the build of all tooling components
Monitor and assist in the refinement of all toolroom processes
Identify fixturing, gaging, and tooling needs for toolroom effectiveness
Develop CAM programs from CAD generated models
Set up and operate CNC and Manual Toolroom Equipment 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
Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
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
NDP Machinist II Qualifications:
Technical Degree or equivalent experience
5 years of machining precision components
Capable of performing work activities driven from work orders, project plans, and maintenance procedures, and training documents
Strong interpersonal skills
Good troubleshooting skills
Critical thinking and writing
Good ability to conceptualize complex geometry and assemblies
Good ability to troubleshoot the machining process
Basic theory of cutting tools and machining process
Strong math skills, including trigonometry
Good ability to identify different materials and their relationship to design (form, fit, and function)
Advanced theory of cutting tools and machining practices required to manufacture tooling components
Advanced ability to troubleshoot by reading surface finish
Excellent open layout measurement skills
Ability to read, comprehend, follow and document work instructions, standard operating procedures, and training documents
Mechanical Aptitude
Dexterity and hand and eye coordination
Ability to use a microscope
Ability to read and comprehend Drawings and GD&T
Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
Basic skills and knowledge of Lean principles and toolroom process flow
Physical & Environmental Demands:
Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.
