Circle Brands
Tooling Design Specialist
Do you have a passion for craftsmanship and innovative design?
Do you enjoy blending traditional techniques with modern product development?
Are you driven to create high-quality tooling patterns that stand out in the Western industry?
Do the values of stewardship, versatility, and family resonate strongly with you?
Do you find the improvement of people’s lives through stewardship of God-given resources inspiring?
Then Circle Brands is right for you!
Tooling Design Specialist Job Summary:
Circle Brands is seeking a talented Tooling Design Specialist to join our Product Development team. The Tooling Design Specialist plays a vital role in creating innovative, high-quality tooling patterns that support new product development while preserving the heritage of Western craftsmanship.
Tooling Design Specialist Responsibilities:
- Design and develop original tooling patterns for saddles and tack products
- Tool leather components for prototypes in collaboration with product development
- Provide creative direction on tooling styles, layouts, and aesthetics
- Translate concepts into production-ready designs
- Stay current with Western market trends and customer preferences
- Ensure quality and manufacturability of all tooling designs
- All other duties as assigned by management
Tooling Design Specialist Skills and Competencies:
- Advanced hand tooling and leatherworking skills
- Strong artistic ability and attention to detail
- Ability to merge traditional Western styles with modern trends
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Self-driven with excellent time management
Tooling Design Specialist Qualifications:
- Proven experience in leather tooling, preferably in saddlery or Western products
- Strong portfolio showcasing tooling and design work
- Knowledge of Western tooling styles and techniques
- Experience in product development or manufacturing preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
- Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs
Work Environment:
This is a hands-on, on-site role in a collaborative workshop and product development environment.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Profit Sharing
- Counseling
With over a century of experience, we're proud to say that our family of businesses spans 20 recessions, one depression, two world wars, oil embargoes, steel shortages, and 23 presidential administrations. Starting with a single wire basket, Kaspar Companies has since grown to be the parent company of seven subsidiaries: Circle Y Saddles, Texas Ammo, Texas Precious Metals, Bedrock Truck Beds, Stiller Actions, Horizon Firearms and iota Outdoors. A fifth-generation family business headquartered in Shiner, Texas, Kaspar Companies has evolved and expanded into diverse industries while remaining grounded in the founding principles of quality American workmanship and honest business practices.
