Tool​/Die Maker-1st shift

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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 involves disassembling, cleaning, organizing, and reassembling complex tooling.

This role is 100% onsite at our Southington, CT facility. Monday-Friday 6:45AM-3:15PM

• Perform routine maintenance on plastic injection molds in the press and on the bench
• Disassemble, visually inspect, clean, organize, and reassemble high cavitation tooling
• Ensure all equipment is working properly
• Maintain shop awareness and cleanliness
• Participate in activities to ensure departmental compliance to all Federal, State, Local and Company regulatory requirements (FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO, EEOC and Company policies)
• Work on special projects as directed
• Demonstrate positive communication skills, attitude, dedication, commitment, respect, pride and trust
• Take initiative and ownership of tasks and projects under leadership
• Perform additional duties as necessary without altering the basic scope of the position
• Basic troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies
• Introduce shop paperwork and documentation using correct terminology (FA, tool work order)
• Understand torque settings
• Apply measurement techniques (micrometer, calipers, height gauges)
• Differentiate between standard and metric systems
• Conduct mold cleaning and basic stoning/polishing of components
• Learn the mechanics and terminology of mold functions

• Mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge and understanding of basic shop tools and hand tools
• Basic shop math
• Basic knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical assemblies
• Ability to read/understand 2D prints (part/tool) desired but not required
• Basic machining skills (grinder, lathe, mill) desired but not required

• High School Diploma required
• Previous injection molding or tooling experience desired but not required

• Must be 18 years of age

• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time

• Communicate verbally and in written form while performing duties
• Use standard office equipment routinely
• Work may be performed in a clean room environment
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• May need to work inside/outside injection molding machines and on ladders
• Required to lift or move up to 50 lbs
• Work schedule may change per business needs

ICU Medical has consistently provided 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.

Our focus allows us to bring you:

• Dedicated and non‑dedicated IV sets and needle‑free connectors clinically proven to provide an effective barrier against bacterial transfer and colonization
• The industry’s broadest IV smart pump offering covering large volume, pain management, and ambulatory needs
• IV medication safety software providing full IV‑EHR interoperability with the highest customer satisfaction and compatibility with more EHR systems than any other company
• Significant US IV solutions manufacturing and supply capabilities

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 . We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates.

Entry level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Medical Equipment Manufacturing