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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 Wakefield, MI, 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 Polisher, with the below qualifications:

Professional Attributes

Mold Disassembly & Cleaning

• Safely disassemble injection molds and tooling components for maintenance or refurbishment.
• Use mechanical tools and cleaning equipment to remove build-up, carbon, rust, or contamination from molds.
• Operate vapor blast, ultrasonic cleaning, or sand/tape blasting equipment to prepare mold surfaces.
• Dip and coat cleaned parts with rust inhibitors or oil-based solutions to prevent oxidation.

Mold Polishing & Surface Finishing

• Polish mold cavities, cores, inserts, and components to required surface finish using:

• Emery Cloths

• Abrasive stones
• Polishing wheel and hand tools
• Buffing compounds and polishing pastes
• Achieve SPI (Society of the Plastic Industry) finish levels from B to A2 (including mirror-polished surfaces) as required.
• Restore precise geometry and surface integrity while maintaining tight tolerances.
• Perform internal polishing of small-diameter features or difficult-to-reach areas using rods and mandrels.

Mold Repair & Welding

• Perform TIG or micro welding to repair damage, dings, or wear areas on mold steel surfaces.
• Polish and blend welded areas to match surrounding finishes, maintaining form and function.

Mold Assembly & Testing

• Reassemble mold components to proper specifications and torque requirements.
• Perform water leak testing of reassembled molds to verify proper seal and mold function.
• Ensure molds are clean, dry, labeled, and ready for storage or return to production.

Documentation & Tooling Coordination

• Complete mold documentation forms, checklists, and maintenance reports accurately.
• Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) and set aside required tooling components for upcoming jobs.
• Track completed tasks in job cards or ERP systems (if applicable).
• Ensure molds are stored properly in designated racks or transported safely using hand trucks/lifts.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Participate in preventive maintenance efforts and mold refurbishment projects.
• Assist in the coordination and transfer of molds between departments or shifts.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment using 5S principles.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the tool room or polishing department.
• Train junior personnel or assist other technicians when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or lead mold makers.

Desired Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of mold polishing or tool cleaning experience in a plastic injection molding or precision tooling environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints, engineering drawings, and surface finish specs.
• Skilled in the use of precision hand tools, polishing equipment, and mechanical measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, indicators).
• Proficient in mold polishing methods using abrasives, stones, felt bobs, diamond paste, and polishing wheels.
• Familiarity with polishing to SPI or custom surface finish requirements.
• Hands-on experience with TIG/micro welding for minor mold repair (preferred).
• Mechanically inclined, with good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship.
• Experience in medical device, high-cavitation, or tight-tolerance tooling environments.
• Familiarity with cleanroom production standards.
• Exposure to polishing internal geometries, vent grooves, or micro-features.
• Knowledge of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) or CMMS (Computerized maintenance Management System) tooling systems for tracking maintenance.
• Forklift or mold handling certification a plus.

What You’ll Love About Us:

• Salary: $21.00/hour (Based on education and experience)
• Shift: 1st shift Monday- Friday, 7:00am- 3:00pm
• 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.