Job description

Senior Mold Maker

Here at Westfall Technik we pride ourselves on being the fastest 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 1,500 employees across 15 facilitates in the US, and we are still growing.

At our Walnut, CA Facility, 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, you’ll 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 a Senior Mold Maker with the below qualifications:

Professional Attributes

• Blueprint reading, following instructions, and use of CAD programs to plan mold construction operations and sequencing.
• Project Management of tooling projects from design to shipment.
• SME for Tool Making, DFM, DFMEA and Steel Selection.
• Ensuring first articles of steel machining processes are completed.
• Verification of correct manufacturing set-ups and inspection procedures.
• Analysis and repair of existing tooling and molds.
• Ensuring that all documentation, inspection reports, and checklists are completely and correctly populated and filed in the job history file.
• Creating prototype products, fixtures, and jigs to check the effectiveness of newly created molds.
• Analyzing and correcting non-conforming mold function.
• Disassembling mold tooling for cleaning and repairs.
• Mentoring of apprentice Mold Makers and Machining Specialists.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or directed.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Certificate of Graduation from an accredited 4-year mold making apprenticeship program, and/or a Bachelor of Science degree in an applicable engineering discipline
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in precision mold making, post completion of education requirements above.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Exceptional ability to take ownership of assigned tasks and results.
• Exceptional ability to work in a team driven environment.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks and Mastercam.
• In-depth knowledge of computer numerically controlled machine tools, precision measurement devices, and other shop equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong, time management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent manual dexterity, wrist-finger speed, and arm-hand steadiness.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision when necessary.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Performing all other duties as assigned or directed.
• Maintain good attendance.
• Work well with fellow employees.

What You’ll Love About Us:

• 11 Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, COVID 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 understand how COVID has affected many businesses around the globe. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, many companies had to permanently shut down and lay off workers. Because Westfall Technik is an essential business, we kept our doors open, our employees employed and kept our employees safe by following our COVID policy and procedures, which still stand in place today.
• 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Electrical discharge machining: 1 year (Preferred)
• CNC: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Journeyman License (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

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