Lead Tool Maker

Here at Westfall Technik we pride ourselves on being ta fast growing Plastic Injection Manufacturing Company in the USA and soon Globally. While many companies outsource their work we believe in keeping our jobs in the US. We currently support over 1100 employees across 11 facilities in the US and we are still growing.

At our Wakefield site we invest in our people. Our overall success is largely contributed to our employees skills and talents that have been impactful and essential to the growth of our business. Here youll get the opportunity to test your knowledge and skills and become a critical player within Westfall. We want you to view your time at Westfall as an investment to your future.

We are currently seeking Lead Tool Maker with the below qualifications:

Professional Attributes

The Lead Tool Maker plays a critical role in the manufacturing process by designing fabricating assembling maintaining and repairing precision tools molds jigs fixtures and dies used in production. This highly skilled position ensures tooling performance supports quality production and minimizes downtime. The Lead Tool Maker is also expected to mentor junior team members lead problem-solving efforts and collaborate closely with Engineering Production and Quality teams to improve tooling designs and operational efficiency.

Desired Skills and Experience

Tool Fabrication and Assembly

• Manufacture precision tools dies molds jigs and fixtures from engineering drawings CAD models or verbal instructions.

• Use manual and CNC machining equipment grinders mills lathes EDM (Electrical Discharge Machines) and surface finishing tools.

• Assemble complex tooling systems and ensure functionality for production readiness.

Tool Maintenance and Repairs

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on production tools to ensure consistent quality and minimize breakdowns.

• Troubleshoot and repair worn damaged or malfunctioning tooling using accurate diagnosis and machining techniques.

• Maintain detailed documentation of tooling issues and repairs for tracking and analysis.

Collaboration and Process Improvement

• Collaborate with Product Engineers and Production teams to refine tool design and performance for manufacturing efficiency.

• Provide feedback and suggest design improvements for manufacturability and tool life extension.

• Assist in root cause analysis related to tooling-related defects or performance issues.

Quality and Compliance

• Ensure all tools and dies meet dimensional specifications and quality standards.

• Perform inspections using micrometers calipers gauges and CMM (coordinate measuring machines).

• Adhere to safety protocols company policies and ISO/IATF compliance standards.

Mentorship and Leadership

• Guide junior toolmakers and technicians in best practices safe machine operation and craftsmanship.

• Lead small-scale tooling projects and assist in time and resource estimation for tool production and modifications.

What Youll Love About Us:

• 11 Paid Holidays Sick Pay Vacation Pay
• 401K Plus Employer Match
• Medical Dental Vision Company Sponsored Life and AD&D Short and Long Term Disability Paid Parental Leave and More!
• We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color region gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other basis protected by law.