Job Title Tooling Lead FLSA Status Non-Exempt Shift First Shift 4/10 schedule work days are Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun Position Summary The Tooling Lead will be responsible for utilizing all mold shop tools/equipment and interpreting 2D/3D drawings for the fabrication, maintenance, repair, and engineering changes on company plastic injection molds and molded parts. The individual will work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and improve mold and system performance. The Tooling lead will provide direction and leadership to team members and ensure work is done safely and correctly. Essential Duties & Responsibilities •Follow and enforce all company safety practices. Highlight safety risks and work with other team members to implement solutions to new risks. •Follow all regulatory requirements e.g. Current Good Manufacturing and Documentation Practices. •Perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in the press and on the bench •Disassemble, visually inspecting, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling complex high cavitation tooling •Ensure all equipment is working properly •Shop awareness and cleanliness •Production circumstances may require working outside normal hours •Participate in activities to ensure departmental compliance to all Federal, State, Local and Company regulatory requirements. These elements include FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO, EEOC and Company policies relative to the manufacture of product, batch control requirements, documentation requirements, housekeeping, preventative maintenance, calibration, associate training and safety (equipment, associate and material). •Work on special projects as they arise and directed •Actively demonstrating support through interactions with solid communication skills, attitude, dedication, commitment, respect, pride and trust •Measure/fitting stack heights •Set/time unwinds •Complete shop paperwork and documentation using correct terminology (FA, tool workorder) •Stoning, polishing, and fitting mold components •Electrical testing/troubleshooting as needed •Clean/bake/service/electrically test Hot Runner systems •Fabricate/repair/modify components as needed with machining skills •Demonstrate proper measurement techniques with (micrometer, calipers, dial indicator) •Required to work independently by taking initiative and ownership of tasks and projects •Required to train/oversee Mold Tech I through Sr. Mold Tech •Required to work with cross functional teams (molding, maintenance, engineering, etc.) •Maintain shop supplies and records, such as spare tooling, perishable and raw materials following company procedures •Perform these and other duties as necessary or required, the inclusion of which will not alter the basic scope of the position •Contribution of mid and year end reviews with Supervisor/Manager Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications •Having a mechanical aptitude •Must have good troubleshooting skills •Expert in high cavitation tools •Knowledge in mechanics and terminology of a mold and their functions •Knowledge in mechanics and terminology of an injection molding machine •Knowledge of surface finish and how they are achieved •Ability to read/understand 2D prints (part/tool) •Knowledge and understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and servo systems •Electrical skills (testing/troubleshooting) •Machining skills (grinder, lathe, mill) •Understanding of Hot Runner systems Education and Experience •Journeyman Mold making certification, or equivalent is a plus •Minimum of 10 years of Tool Making or tool repair and maintenance experience •High School Diploma required •Previous injection molding or tooling experience is required Minimum Qualifications •Must be 18 years of age Travel Requirements •Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time Physical Requirements and Work Environment •While performing the duties of this job the employee is expected to communicate both verbally and written. •This role routinely uses standard office equipment. •Work may be performed in a clean room environment. •While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time. •Job duties may require working inside /outside injection molding machines and working on ladders. •Required to be able to lift, and or move up to 50lbs. ICU Medical is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Title: Tooling Lead 1st shift 4/10s Th/F/S/S Location: UT-Salt Lake City Requisition ID: 24300380