Lead Specialist Toolmaker, Exton, PA

Takes ownership of all activities and projects assigned. If you are a craftsman and artisan, can verbalize conceptually, have problem solving skills, and enjoy design, fabrication, manufacturing, repairing, prototyping and the developing of molds and intricate tooling and devices utilized in the bio medical manufacturing operations of a global company as well as having CNC experience please apply now! For more than 30 years, the company has been at the forefront of biomaterial science and process innovation, and the leading resource for global medical device and pharmaceutical companies. Build and maintain production and prototype devices, inspection tooling, molds, etc. while maintaining and holding the extremely tight tolerances (i.e., +/- .0002) associated with this type of work. Such tolerances often being in the tenths of thousands of an inch. Will work with machinery, hand tools, fixtures and measuring/test equipment. CNC experience required. Work independently on a wide scope of projects as assigned by the Shop Operations Supervisor or Model Shop Manager. Build and maintain protype assemblies, devices, components, production tooling, inspection tooling, fixtures, molds, etc. from various materials while holding and maintaining extremely tight tolerances (i.e., +/- .0002) Develop, construct and maintain complicated equipment, apparatus, mechanisms, or attachments where only tentative designs, rough sketches, or oral instructions are available. Maintain toolroom equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and operate according to established SHE requirements. Critical thinker problem solver with solid troubleshooting skills. Good written and oral communications skills. Collaborates with the team; shares relevant information with those who may be affected by decisions. Participates in formal or informal group problem solving for immediate issues. May lead projects in the process of problem solving, soliciting ideas and opinions to form recommendations or action plans. Sees help in gathering resources, solicits input, and uses a variety of techniques to reach a solution. Machine shop environment where appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn. Position requires standing or walking for majority of shift. Occasional projects may require sitting for up to 6 hours/day. Some tasks require repetition of movement. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted regularly, and up to 500 lbs. with mechanical assistance regularly, and transport using a cart. Participates or leads in development of improvements and implements change. Conveys technical or complex information to others in non-technical terms. Responsibilities include regularly making decisions and taking independent action on matters affecting projects and colleagues assisting with projects.