Jobs at Weiss-Aug MedPharma (Now Hiring) — 2 open

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Join Weiss-Aug – A Leader in Precision Manufacturing and Innovation

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter. 

Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.

Why Join Us? 

At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions our Weiss-Aug MedPharma serves the medical device and life science industry, offering unparalleled vertically integrated manufacturing solutions, partnered with in-house product design and engineering services. These combined capabilities provide Weiss-Aug a strategic advantage over the competition, being able to offer our customers a true, single-source supplier option, to meet their most challenging product innovation needs. 

As we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible, including our latest advancements in materials science, specialty coatings, laser processing, and hybrid additive manufacturing technologies – Weiss-Aug MedPharma needs the best minds in industry. Expanding our team is paramount, bringing in fresh perspectives, ideas and broad-based talent to further enhance our solution offerings, driving new growth and supporting our technology roadmap – including the release of finished drug-delivery / combination devices and machined implants.

We're currently seeking a passionate and skilled Prototype Machinist to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide. In this role you will be responsible for producing high-quality prototype and development components that support new product development, process validation, and manufacturing innovation. This hands-on role requires expertise in traditional tool room machining methods as well as CNC machining technologies. The ideal candidate is a versatile machinist capable of transforming engineering concepts, drawings, and CAD models into precision prototype parts using manual and CNC equipment.

The Prototype Machinist will work closely with Engineering, Product Development, and Manufacturing teams to fabricate one-off and low-volume components while maintaining exceptional attention to detail, quality, and delivery requirements. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, a high level of craftsmanship, and the aptitude to learn and support emerging manufacturing technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture precision prototype and development components from engineering drawings, sketches, CAD models, or verbal instructions.
• Set up and operate traditional tool room equipment, including: Manual lathes, Bridgeport mills, Surface grinders, Drill presses, Other manual machining equipment
• Set up and operate CNC machining equipment, including CNC mills, CNC lathes, and Wire EDM equipment.
• Program, edit, and optimize CNC programs as required to support prototype and low-volume production needs.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to develop practical machining solutions for complex prototype parts.
• Select appropriate tooling, workholding, materials, and machining processes to produce parts efficiently and accurately.
• Perform first-piece inspections and verify dimensional compliance using precision measuring equipment.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings, GD&T, CAD data, and specifications.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and programming issues to ensure successful completion of prototype projects.
• Maintain tooling, fixtures, and equipment in proper working condition.
• Perform machine maintenance and complete required documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of prototype builds, process improvements, and machining methods.
• Support assembly, fit-up, and modification of prototype components when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company safety procedures.
• Demonstrate flexibility to learn and operate new manufacturing technologies, equipment, and processes as the business evolves.
• Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training in Machining Technology preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a prototype, tool room, model shop, or precision machining environment preferred.
• Strong experience operating manual machine equipment, including lathes, Bridgeport mills, surface grinders, and related tool room   machinery.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and CNC lathes.
• Experience with Wire EDM and/or sinker EDM preferred.
• Ability to create, modify, and troubleshoot CNC programs.
• Strong understanding of machining principles, cutting tools, feeds and speeds, materials, and work holding techniques.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications.
• Skilled in the use of precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, and optical   inspection equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn new manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Experience in support of engineering and product development activities is preferred.

This position is at our Fairfield, NJ location.

Pay Range: $32.00 per hour - $36.00 per hour 

Other Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental and Vision 
• 401 (k) with company match
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Health Savings Accounts (HAS)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Cigna Wellness Incentive Program 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short Term Disability
• Group Life and Accidental Insurance
• Sun Life – Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance 
• Smoking Cessation Program 
• Pet Insurance 

US Pay Transparency

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply.

Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.