Thomas Laflen
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Tool room lead with 30 years of experience in tool fabrication and quality inspection. Expertise in team training and development, resulting in improved production efficiency. Successfully implemented cost reduction strategies while maintaining safety compliance.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Tool Room Lead
Howmet Fastening Sys.
Fullerton, California
01.1995 - 09.2025
- Recommended design changes that enhanced production efficiency and supported operational goals.
- Collaborated with engineers to design efficient tool modifications and new designs.
- Fabricated precision tools and dies using various machining techniques.
- Inspected products for compliance with quality standards, ensuring high-quality output.
- Utilized precision measuring devices to verify completed product dimensions.
- Maintained and repaired tooling equipment to minimize downtime.
- Trained junior staff on safe operating procedures and best practices to promote safety and improve efficiency.
- Ensured adequate supply of raw materials for production.
Skills
- Tool fabrication and design
- Machining techniques
- Quality inspection
- Team management and training
- Inventory control
- Cost reduction strategies
- Safety compliance
- Production efficiency
- Collaborative problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Adaptability to change
- Conflict resolution
- Research skills
- Leadership and supervision
- Computer proficiency
- Problem resolution techniques
- Maintenance and repair
- Planning and organization
- Multitasking abilities
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Tool Room Lead
Howmet Fastening Sys.
01.1995 - 09.2025