Tool Designer (First Shift)

Description:Tool DesignerFull-time / Permanent Hourly 1st shift 7am to 3:30 pm *We are not currently working with third party agencies on this role.About Us:Hobson & Motzer is now part of Vantedge Medical! Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. We are at the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams work in unison, collaborating and problem-solving to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe. Making a difference in the lives of patients and their families drives us to go above and beyond every day. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it. Hobson & Motzer is a vertically integrated manufacturer of precision metal components and assemblies serving the needs of the medical device market and other advanced industries. We operate two manufacturing plants with primary operations—and headquarters—centrally located in Durham, CT; our Advanced Manufacturing Center is just a few miles away in Wallingford, CT. Description. Join an organization that has a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. Our employees use their creativity and talent to invent new solutions, meet new demands, and offer the most effective services and solutions in the industry.About this Opportunity:Effectively provide the technical documentation necessary to fabricate efficient, effective high quality tooling for primary and secondary operations. Responsibilities:Develop and Design tooling to produce parts that meet customer quality expectations.Successfully interprets customer’s designs and needs according to customer blueprints and specifications.Create preliminary design work for quotes as required.Maintain accuracy of tooling designs and documentation as needed.Requisition of appropriate tooling materials.Participates in design reviews with appropriate in-house key personnel to ensure project objectives are met.Ensure the accuracy, feasibility and economics of each new tool design.Consults with in-house departments/operations regarding tool design.Maintains a high level of proficiency in the operation of the CAD System.Understand and follow all quality systems procedures.Collaborate with coworkers in continuous Improvement activities and the idea system.Maintains an organized, clean and safe work environment and follows 6S standardsProperly follows all H&M procedures and policies. Uses correct P.P.E. per JHA’s and job description.Perform all other duties assigned.Develop and Design tooling to produce parts that meet customer quality expectations.Successfully interprets customer’s designs and needs according to customer blueprints and specifications.Create preliminary design work for quotes as required.Maintain accuracy of tooling designs and documentation as needed.Requisition of appropriate tooling materials.Participates in design reviews with appropriate in-house key personnel to ensure project objectives are met.Ensure the accuracy, feasibility and economics of each new tool design.Consults with in-house departments/operations regarding tool design.Maintains a high level of proficiency in the operation of the CAD System.Understand and follow all quality systems procedures.Collaborate with coworkers in continuous Improvement activities and the idea system.Maintains an organized, clean and safe work environment and follows 6S standardsProperly follows all H&M procedures and policies. Uses correct P.P.E. per JHA’s and job description.Perform all other duties assigned.Requirements:Able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Associate’s degree (A.S.) and a minimum of four years related experience and/or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience with CAD design software; intermediate computer skills including MS officeGaging, Methods/Design, Geometric Tolerance experienceStrong knowledge and application of geometry and trigonometry; ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other customer drawings/designs requirements.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from project team.Working knowledge of measuring equipmentDocumentation design and control knowledgeLeadership and Judgment skillsGood written and verbal communications skillsMethodical, organized work habitsDrive, initiative and follow-up Dependability and StabilityProblem Solving Insight

Salary : $80,000