R&D Model Shop Machinist

What R & D Model Shop Machinist contributes to Cardinal Health

Research and Development Model Shop Machinist is responsible for designing and developing prototype tooling for new products including building plastic injection molds and product test fixtures.

• Applies working knowledge of machine shop and injection molding techniques to build and develop prototype tooling
• Support projects for multiple departments in the R&D function
• Provide effective and timely job scheduling information to extended team members within the R&D function. Identify and inform project teams of short- and long-term resource constraints.
• Creative Problem Solver – identify technical solutions for rapid prototyping and product development challenges.
• Provide effective technical input that makes design concepts more manufacturable.

• Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Machine Shop preferred.
• 2+ years of related professional work experience preferred
• Experience designing/fabricating plastic injection mold tooling
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Developed problem solving, decision making, and communication skills with potential for leadership
• Solid Works or other CAD experience desired

• Applies knowledge and company policies to complete a variety of tasks
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility
• maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
• Works on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgment in resolving issues
• May assist in recommendation of processes on new assignments
• Adheres to all quality guidelines
• Works with limited supervision. Work occasionally involves reviewing output by work lead or supervisor

Anticipated hourly range: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlex Pay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 1/9/2026
* if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.