Tooling Technician

Westfall Technik Inc.; Asheboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Westfall Technik, Inc. in Asheboro, NC is seeking a Tooling Technician to support the injection-molding tooling lifecycle, including setup and repair. You will work closely with production and engineering to ensure tool readiness and performance.

The role requires hands-on experience with tooling systems and precision measurement tools; CAD/CAM software and tooling management familiarity are essential. This is a full-time on-site position in Asheboro, NC.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree or certification in Tooling, Machining, Manufacturing Technology preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as Tooling Technician, Mold Technician, or similar in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in injection molding or related tooling systems.
• Experience with mold repair, preventive maintenance, and tooling setup.

Responsibilities

• Report tool status and issues to production and engineering teams.
• Explain tooling changes and setups in team meetings and document reviews.
• Support tooling reviews, audits, and wear data analysis to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with machinists and maintenance personnel in tooling activities.

Skills

CAD/CAM software

Tooling management systems

CNC interfaces

Measurement tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification in Tooling, Machining, Manufacturing Technology

Tools

CMMs

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

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Here at Westfall Technik, we pride ourselves on being a 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 1,100 employees across 11 facilities in the US, and we are still growing.

At our Asheboro, NC 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 Tooling Technician, with the below qualifications:

Professional Attributes

• Clear reporting of tool status and issues to production and engineering teams, effective collaboration with machinists and maintenance personnel.
• Able to explain tooling changes, setups, and preventive actions in teams meetings, supports documentation for tooling reviews and audits
• Skilled in using CAD/CAM software and tooling management systems. Familiar with CNC machine interfaces and measurement tools.
• Use wear data and production feedback to optimize tool performance.

Desired Skills and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Technical degree or certification in Tooling, Machining, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field preferred.

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Tooling Technician, Mold Technician, or similar role in a manufacturing environment.

Hands‑on experience in injection molding or related processes and tooling systems.

Experience with mold repair, preventive maintenance, and tooling setup is essential.

Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with a deep understanding of tooling, molds, and machining techniques.

Proficient in using precision measurement tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, CMMs) to check tooling accuracy.

What You’ll Love About Us:

• 11 Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, Vacation Pay
• 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.