Tooling Design in Mankato, Minnesota

Location

Mankato, Minnesota

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$64,700 – $80,900/yr

Company

Spherion

Spherion Staffing in Mankato is excited to partner with a leading manufacturer in the medical packaging industry to find a skilled Tool Designer. This is a direct hire position, meaning you will be hired directly by our client from day one.

The Tool Designer is responsible for the design, modification, and continuous improvement of thermoforming tooling used in medical packaging production. You will work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and Process Engineering to ensure tooling meets high-performance and regulatory requirements.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Salary: $64,700 - $80,900 (depending on experience). Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision plans. Flexible time off (starting at 80 hours per year) plus 8 paid holidays. Retirement Savings Plan with company match. Paid Parental Leave. Tuition Reimbursement (subject to approval). Discretionary annual bonus program. Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.

Responsibilities: Sets up and operates equipment to meet production schedules, quality standards, and target rates. Accurately documents setup procedures and production output in logs and sheets. Troubleshoots and resolves production issues by adjusting processes and escalating complex problems for additional support. Monitors operations and responds to requests to ensure adherence to product specifications, making necessary adjustments. Performs preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed. Optimizes production efficiency by continuously monitoring and improving machine run conditions. Ensures uninterrupted production by performing material handling tasks as required. Maintains a safe and clean work area by adhering to all safety procedures and regulations. Proficiently sets up three of eight machine groups and actively trains on the remaining groups. Fosters a positive and collaborative work environment through exemplary teamwork. Contributes to overall team success by completing related tasks as assigned. Prioritizes safety by working responsibly, maintaining a safe environment, attending training, reporting hazards, using required PPE, and promoting co-worker safety. Participates in and supports continuous improvement initiatives, including learning and applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Skills: Industry Background: Previous experience designing for medical device packaging or thermoforming applications. Systems Knowledge: Experience using SAP production reporting systems. Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with documentation for ISO 13485 or other highly regulated quality systems. Advanced Communication: Proven ability to lead dialogue with both internal stakeholders and external customers.

Education: Associate

Experience: 1-4 years

Qualifications: Education: Bachelors Degree in a related engineering field OR equivalent professional work experience. Technical Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in tool design and tool fabrication. Software Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise using SolidWorks or similar CAD software. Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret complicated instructions from prints, conceptual samples, and technical ideas. Tooling Knowledge: A comprehensive understanding of machining and tool fabrication methods. Computer Literacy: Intermediate knowledge of MS Office and general production reporting systems.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? Apply online with Spherion Mankato today!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

Sets up and operates equipment to meet production schedules, quality standards, and target rates.Accurately documents setup procedures and production output in logs and sheets.Troubleshoots and resolves production issues by adjusting processes and escalating complex problems for additional support.Monitors operations and responds to requests to ensure adherence to product specifications, making necessary adjustments.Performs preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.Optimizes production efficiency by continuously monitoring and improving machine run conditions.Ensures uninterrupted production by performing material handling tasks as required.Maintains a safe and clean work area by adhering to all safety procedures and regulations.Proficiently sets up three of eight machine groups and actively trains on the remaining groups.Fosters a positive and collaborative work environment through exemplary teamwork.Contributes to overall team success by completing related tasks as assigned.Prioritizes safety by working responsibly, maintaining a safe environment, attending training, reporting hazards, using required PPE, and promoting co-worker safety.Participates in and supports continuous improvement initiatives, including learning and applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

experience

1-4 years

skills

Industry Background: Previous experience designing for medical device packaging or thermoforming applications.Systems Knowledge: Experience using SAP production reporting systems.Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with documentation for ISO 13485 or other highly regulated quality systems.Advanced Communication: Proven ability to lead dialogue with both internal stakeholders and external customers.

qualifications

Education: Bachelors Degree in a related engineering field OR equivalent professional work experience.Technical Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in tool design and tool fabrication.Software Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise using SolidWorks or similar CAD software.Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret complicated instructions from prints, conceptual samples, and technical ideas.Tooling Knowledge: A comprehensive understanding of machining and tool fabrication methods.Computer Literacy: Intermediate knowledge of MS Office and general production reporting systems.

education

Associate