USA LEADERSHIP

Ron has been working in his present capacity at Wilson Tool since 2015, and has previously held a number of different roles at the company with increasing responsibilities. Among his career accomplishments is being named on the patent for Wilson Tool’s Trumpf-style tooling cartridge.
 
In his spare time, Ron enjoys visiting art museums.

Brian joined Wilson Tool in 2005 to work as the New Product Development Manager. He has an AAS in Machine Tool & Die Technology and a BS in Industrial Technology from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.  
 
His favorite accomplishment at Wilson Tool has been leading R&D teams in the development of industry changing solutions such as EXP, HP2 and Power Express clamping. He is also proud of his 15 patents covering innovative solutions for the sheet metal tooling industry.
 
Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and three children doing activities like watching movies, archery, and doing small machining projects in his shop. He also enjoys brushing up on his skills and learning about new technology trends. He has recently started riding a motorcycle.

Mike has worked at Wilson Tool since 2000 in a variety of roles. He was a Manufacturing Engineer for the Turret Specials division and for the Impax Tooling Solutions® division, Lead Engineer and Manufacturing Manager before assuming his current position. He has also functioned as an SAP Super User, Project Manager and a Continuous Improvement / Kaizen facilitator. Mike earned a BS in Industrial Engineering from the University of Minnesota, Duluth and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas.
 
Setting up the manufacturing plant in China is one of Mike’s most satisfying accomplishments at Wilson Tool. He appreciates how Wilson Tool is more of a family than a place to work, as fellow employees don’t hesitate to help each other out in times of need.
 
In his free time, Mike enjoys downhill skiing with his wife and kids.

Jason joined Wilson Tool in 2014 as a punching sales desk representative. He has also held positions as turret EDM technical support, and as assistant manager of turret specials before taking on his current role. Jason earned his BA from Drake University.

One of Jason’s most memorable accomplishments was improving the process for manufacturing compression dies to achieve surface detail and finish requirements. He appreciates the team he has around him and how everyone brings different skills to the job.

In his free time, Jason enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and tinkering with electronics.

Tony Schwartz joined Wilson Tool in 1997 after earning his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. Starting as a Manufacturing Engineer, he quickly rose to a Lead Engineer and served as an original Continuous Improvement facilitator. Tony was a key Project Manager for major initiatives, including the SAP Master Data and SolidWorks implementations. His leadership progression continued as he advanced from Punching Specials Manager to Punching Director, demonstrating his impact across multiple divisions before transitioning into R&D.

Tony is most proud of his involvement in driving product innovation throughout his career. While in R&D, he is credited with developing several new products that have benefited the industry, such as the tool-free EXP® holder, Shimless die adaptors, and eClamp™. Outside of his work, Tony enjoys spending his free time on outdoor activities like Hunting and Fishing, as well as the craft of Woodworking, alongside his wife, Sarah, and their three children.

Amy joined Wilson Tool International in April of 2023 as the Director of Human Resources – Americas. With over 25 years of HR management experience, Amy brings a passion for the employees and their wellbeing, and views HR as fostering a healthy conscience of the organization.

Amy has been a business owner, partnering with her husband in a Classic Car/Fabrication company. She learned how to use handbrakes to make tranny tunnel panels, cut sheet metal on a plasma table, and ship products abroad. She prefers working in HR; however, these experiences helped align her knowledge of Wilson Tool inner-workings.

Amy holds a BA in Business Administration from the College of St. Catherine’s in St. Paul. She is active in several manufacturing associations such as MPMA and Manufacturer’s Alliance. Outside of Wilson Tool, Amy sings in a church band, is an avid bike rider, fisher-woman, and enjoys activities with her husband, Jim, and three children, Samantha, Zackary and Tyler.

Bio coming soon…