Automation Lead

Founded in 1990 and based in New Richmond, WI, Isometric's vision was to manufacture tooling and provide manufacturing solutions to exacting specifications for ultra-small, ultra-precise, and ultra-complex applications. For the past 30 years, we're proud to say we've grown to be one of the largest medical-focused micro molders in the United States. In March 2024, Isometric was acquired by Nissha Medical Technologies (NMT), a global Contract Design/Development Manufacturing Organization. NMT's expertise in the design and development of endoscopic devices, combined with Isometric's market leading micro-molding capabilities, are revolutionizing drug delivery and medical devices including minimally invasive surgical instruments and surgical robotics. Together, we aim to meet the evolving needs of medical devices, enhance component miniaturization, and improve the maneuverability of small and precision components, ultimately contributing to improved device functionality.

It's an exciting time to join our team, and we're hiring for an Automation Lead role. This position is responsible for assisting in leading our Automation team in the design and build of custom automated equipment. This is an exempt role, and core hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM.

• Assist in leading the Automation team through example and mentorship in the design and build of custom automated equipment
• Participate in the management of automation design and builds and provide updates to internal stakeholders
• Lead assigned automation projects through concept development, design, fabrication, assembly, run-out, and delivery
• Create documentation for automation projects including: models, drawings, schematics, user manuals, maintenance guides, acceptance testing protocols, and validation protocols.
• Participate in concept development and feasibility testing for prospective projects
• Effectively communicate solutions to the sales team and support as needed in the creation of customer proposals
• Maintain an awareness of new and cutting-edge technologies available to utilize in support of customer needs
• Collaborate with design group on projects to ensure highest possibility of project success
• Foster a collaborative environment where all members of the team are contributing, fulfilled, and appreciate the attention to detail required to be successful
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Associate's degree preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of automation mechanical design and build experience preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of automation control system design and build experience preferred
• Automation programming experience highly preferred including HMI, PLC, vision systems, robots
• Medical device industry experience ISO13485 highly preferred
• Injection molding industry experience highly preferred
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD software
• High level of communication skills including listening, verbal, and written
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment/operator requirements
• High level of integrity and ethics that aligns with Isometric Core Values
• Ability to handle sensitive and proprietary information with discretion and confidentiality
• High level proficiency with MS Office Suites

Isometric offers a comprehensive benefit package along with competitive pay:

• 401(k) program with Company match available after 90 days
• 3 weeks of paid time off, 2 personal days, and 10 paid holidays (11 holidays if you're a Veteran!)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA) options available the 1st of the month followed by 30 days
• Additional coverage options include Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Term Life/AD&D
• Voluntary benefit options include Supplemental Life/AD&D for Employees, Spouse, and Children, Critical Illness coverage, Hospital Indemnity coverage, and Group Accident Insurance
• Hands on training

Isometric, a NMT Company, is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce; we support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.