ICU Medical
Tool/Die Maker - 2nd Shift (ICU Medical)
Location: Southington, CT. This role is 100% onsite at our Southington, CT facility. Monday‑Friday 2:45 PM–11:15 PM.
Job Description The Tool Room Technician performs routine maintenance on plastic injection molds both in the press and on the bench under the direct supervision of a Lead Tech / Sr. Mold Technician. This consists of disassembling, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling complex tooling.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in the press and on the bench
Disassemble, visually inspecting, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling high‑cavitation tooling
Ensure all equipment is working properly
Maintain shop awareness and cleanliness
Participate in activities to ensure departmental compliance with all Federal, State, Local and Company regulatory requirements, including 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 as directed
Actively demonstrate support through interactions with solid communication skills, attitude, dedication, commitment, respect, pride and trust
Follow leadership by taking initiative and ownership of tasks and projects
Perform these and other duties as necessary or required, the inclusion of which will not alter the basic scope of the position
Basic troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies
Introduction to shop paperwork and documentation using correct terminology (FA, tool work order)
Introduction to understanding torque settings
Introduction to measurement techniques (micrometer, calipers, height gauges)
Introduction to understanding between using Standard vs Metric
Introduction to mold cleaning
Introduction to stoning/polishing basic components
Introduction to mechanics and terminology of a mold and their functions
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
Having a mechanical aptitude
Knowledge and understanding of basic shop tools and hand tools
Basic shop math
Basic knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical assemblies
Basic knowledge to read/understand 2D prints (part/tool) is desired, but not required
Basic machining skills (grinder, lathe, mill) is desired, but not required
Education And Experience
High School Diploma required
Previous injection molding or tooling experience desired but not 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
Job routine uses standard office equipment
Work may be performed in a clean‑room environment
Work may require sitting or standing 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 50 lbs
Work schedule could change anytime per business needs
About Us ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real‑world challenges. With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically‑essential IV therapy and high‑value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings.
ICU Medical EEO Statement ICU Medical is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at humanresources@icumed.com. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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Job Description The Tool Room Technician performs routine maintenance on plastic injection molds both in the press and on the bench under the direct supervision of a Lead Tech / Sr. Mold Technician. This consists of disassembling, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling complex tooling.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in the press and on the bench
Disassemble, visually inspecting, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling high‑cavitation tooling
Ensure all equipment is working properly
Maintain shop awareness and cleanliness
Participate in activities to ensure departmental compliance with all Federal, State, Local and Company regulatory requirements, including 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 as directed
Actively demonstrate support through interactions with solid communication skills, attitude, dedication, commitment, respect, pride and trust
Follow leadership by taking initiative and ownership of tasks and projects
Perform these and other duties as necessary or required, the inclusion of which will not alter the basic scope of the position
Basic troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies
Introduction to shop paperwork and documentation using correct terminology (FA, tool work order)
Introduction to understanding torque settings
Introduction to measurement techniques (micrometer, calipers, height gauges)
Introduction to understanding between using Standard vs Metric
Introduction to mold cleaning
Introduction to stoning/polishing basic components
Introduction to mechanics and terminology of a mold and their functions
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
Having a mechanical aptitude
Knowledge and understanding of basic shop tools and hand tools
Basic shop math
Basic knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical assemblies
Basic knowledge to read/understand 2D prints (part/tool) is desired, but not required
Basic machining skills (grinder, lathe, mill) is desired, but not required
Education And Experience
High School Diploma required
Previous injection molding or tooling experience desired but not 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
Job routine uses standard office equipment
Work may be performed in a clean‑room environment
Work may require sitting or standing 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 50 lbs
Work schedule could change anytime per business needs
About Us ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real‑world challenges. With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically‑essential IV therapy and high‑value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings.
ICU Medical EEO Statement ICU Medical is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at humanresources@icumed.com. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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