Acumed LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Job Scope 

Under minimal supervision, the Senior Prototyping Machinist (SPM) performs complex and highly varied machining operations to rapidly produce prototypes using conceptual designs and materials. Analyzes complex prints, engineering specifications and general engineering instructions to plan, set up and execute work assignments for on time delivery.  Machining assignments include the design and construction of tools, dies, and fixtures required to machine prototype parts. Assignments are highly varied and require a considerable amount of independent judgment and coordination with development teams and engineers. The SPM is distinguished from the Prototyping Machinist by the SPM's ability to quickly recognize and alert others to unusual materials, machines settings, tools, product specifications, and impractical design to aid in producing highest quality parts. The SPM effectively articulates design-related concerns and issues and suggests alternate production methods, materials or cuts which may be more feasible but still fulfill functionality requirements. 

Responsibilities 

• Program, set up, and operate CNC Mills and lathes, manual mills and lathes, and CNC Swiss lathes. 
• Use inputs from engineering including drawings and instructions to rapidly create complex prototypes of orthopedic implants, instruments, etc.  
• Evaluate manufacturability of conceptual and preliminary designs developed by design team. Provide constructive suggestions as to how revise designs and define tolerances to improve manufacturability. 
• Use CAD prints to create complex computer aided/automated manufacturing (CAM) programs for various types of CNC machines. 
• Design and build fixtures and tooling devices for creating prototypes. 
• Work cross-functionally (with design engineers and machinists, for example) to optimize product designs and manufacturability. 
• Verify dimensions of parts for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, dial and digital calipers, veneer and thread gauges, go/no-go gages and other measuring tools and equipment. 
• Maintain strict confidentiality to protect product design activities and company intellectual properties. 
• Perform routine machine maintenance by following written instructions in adherence to the schedule established. 
• Provide timely records and files with detailed design notes. 
• Efficiently troubleshoot programming and manufacturing issues for Prototyping Machinists. 
• Approve and purchase consumables such as tooling and supplies as needed. 
• Assist in scheduling of incoming jobs and prioritization of Machinist’s work as needed. 
• Assist with interviewing candidates for the Prototyping team and provide backup oversight of daily operations as needed.

Qualifications 

• 8 or more years of work experience operating CNC and manual machines. 
• 3-5 years of CNC programming experience using Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM programming software or equivalent complex manual programming. 
• Prior experience with PartMaker a plus. 
• Proficient in ability to interpret GD&T signs and symbols used on drawings and prints. 
• Proficient in ability to read and interpret blueprints/machine drawings.  
• Ability to transform engineering sketches and verbal instructions into prototype parts. 
• Ability to manage project workload and demonstrate good organizational skills. 
• Good problem solving skills and mechanical aptitude. 
• Basic computer skills used for manufacturing including MS Outlook, Word, and MS Excel. 
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts that involve geometry and trigonometry and fractions as needed.   
• Self-motivated.  Able to work with little supervision. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to read, understand and complete all documentation.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.