Tooling Operations Lead

BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life‐saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more at
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Position OverviewThe Tooling Lead Senior is responsible for managing and overseeing the full lifecycle of all production tooling and related equipment. This role ensures tools are tracked, calibrated, properly maintained, and consistently available to support manufacturing operations. The position plays a key role in improving tooling systems, reducing downtime, and ensuring compliance with internal safety and quality standards while leading complex tooling projects and mentoring junior personnel.
Location:
Cambridge, ON, Canada
Your Day‑to‑Day as a Tooling Lead Senior
Lead and manage the full lifecycle of production tools, including calibration, repair, replacement, and inventory tracking.
Maintain an organized tooling inventory, control systems, and documentation.
Coordinate calibration schedules and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory quality requirements.
Monitor tool performance, diagnose technical issues, and collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to implement corrective actions.
Identify tooling needs and support procurement activities, including requisition creation and vendor engagement.
Lead tooling standardization efforts, preventive maintenance initiatives, and other cost‑saving strategies.
Maintain a safe and organized tooling workspace in alignment with 5S principles.
Train operators and employees on proper tooling usage, care, and return procedures.
Lead complex tooling projects with minimal oversight and act as a subject‑matter expert.
Provide regular updates to management regarding tooling readiness, risks, and improvement plans.
Review and guide work performed by junior tooling personnel.
Accountabilities
Manage full lifecycle of production tools including calibration, repair, replacement, and inventory tracking.
Maintain organized tooling inventory, control systems, and documentation.
Coordinate calibration schedules and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory quality standards.
Monitor tool performance, assess technical issues, and collaborate with engineering/maintenance to implement corrective actions.Identify tooling needs and support procurement activities, including requisitioning and vendor engagement.
Lead cost‑saving initiatives through tooling standardization, preventive maintenance, and efficiency improvements.
Maintain a safe, organized tooling workspace aligned with 5S principles.
Train employees on proper tooling usage, care, and return procedures.
Lead complex tooling‑related projects with minimal oversight.
Interface with upper management regularly to provide updates on tooling readiness, risks, and improvement plans.
Review and guide work of junior tooling personnel.
Required Qualifications
Experience in tooling management, inventory control, maintenance coordination, or a similar environment.
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant technical discipline (preferred).
8–10 years of relevant manufacturing or tooling experience.
Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
Knowledge of calibration requirements, tooling standards, and equipment safety practices.
Proficiency with tooling databases, asset‑tracking systems, or ERP tooling modules.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and preventive maintenance methodologies (desired).
Experience in nuclear or regulated industries (desired).
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Comprehensive Health Benefits
– Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage to keep you feeling your best.
Secure Your Future
– Defined Contribution Pension Plan and an optional Company‑matched retirement savings plans (RRSP/TFSA/EPSP)
Work‑Life Balance
– Flexible hybrid schedules and compressed workweek option available
Help Grow Our Team
– Earn generous referral bonuses with our two‑tiered
Employee Referral Program
($1,500 and $3,000!).
Invest in Your Education
– Up to $5,250 USD per year through our
Educational Refund Plan .
Professional Development
– Gain access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities to advance your career.
Your Wellness Matters
– Enjoy gym membership discounts and access
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