Toolmaker Technician III Job Details

Toolmaker Technician III

Work mode: Onsite
Onsite Location(s): Clonmel, TA, IE

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, well give you the opportunity to harness all thats within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, well help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, youll be supported in progressing whatever your ambitions.

We are seeking a Toolmaker Technician III on a Permanent basis to join our team.

Boston Scientific Clonmel seeks a Toolmaker Technician III (CNC Machinist) to support manufacturing engineering, operations, and new product development by turning CAD designs into precision tooling, fixtures, prototype moulds, and functional prototypes. Working with limited supervision, you'll ensure every aspect of your work meets strict quality standards and compliance.

• Program, set up and operate 3/4/5 axis machines (FANUC, HAAS, Doosan, DMG Mori), EDM wire & Die sinker, manual lathe, manual mill, and surface grinder.
• Machine a variety of materials to create precision tooling, fixtures, moulds, and prototypes.
• Analyse specs, determine required tools and equipment, and apply material expertise and machining strategies.
• Interpret blueprints, layouts, sketches, or non-dimensioned CAD models to plan and carry out efficient, high-quality machining.
• Ensure machined parts meet all dimensional, surface finish, and functional standards.
• Choose the best, most efficient machining methods without compromising quality.
• Uphold the highest standards of quality and safety.

• Level 6 engineering/toolmaking trade qualification; 5 years experience.
• Medical device experience preferred.
• Strong CNC programming skills for complex prototype work.
• Multi-axis machining experience required.
• Proficient in 3D CAD & CAM (Solidworks, MasterCam, SolidCAM or similar).
• Experienced in 3D machining.
• Skilled in machining titanium, stainless, tool steels, ESD plastics, ceramics, engineering plastics.
• Tool and fixture design experience is a plus.
• Mould making/maintenance and EDM experience desirable.
• Strong time management, planning and execution skills. Works well as part of a team or equally as an individual contributor.
• Candidate must have strong communication skills and will be required to interact with customers, suppliers and external vendors.
• Quality focus is essential.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific isnt just business, its personal. And if youre a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you

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At Boston Scientific, we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. We stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please email

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