Toolroom Manager

Overview

General Description: The Tooling Manager oversees all Tool Room operations, ensuring efficient workflow, high-quality tooling output, and strong alignment with organizational objectives. This role provides technical leadership, manages personnel, drives continuous improvement, and supports both internal and external customers with tooling expertise.

• Operation Leadership
  • Direct and manage daily Tool Room operations, ensuring productivity, quality, and safety standards are met.
  • Oversee job scheduling and maintain accurate, timely entries in the scheduling system.
  • Monitor mold repair activities and ensure timely completion of work.
  • Provide working drawings and technical documentation as required.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop Tool Room staff to enhance skills, performance, and team effectiveness.
  • Conduct performance reviews and ensure supervisory documentation is consistent and timely.
  • Ensure team members have the tools, resources, and training necessary to perform their work safely and effectively.
• Technical & Customer Support
  • Provide technical support to internal teams and external customers.
  • Review new mold designs and support quality assurance for new tooling.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the Tool Room.
  • Develop departmental goals and implement effective documentation methods.
  • Author or review Standard Operating Procedures, training materials, and process documentation.
• Business & Sales Support
  • Prepare tooling quotations for potential customers.
  • Provide updates to the Steering Committee during monthly meetings.
  • Conduct local sales visits and occasional out-of-state travel as needed.
• Additional Duties & Responsibilities
  • Occasional out-of-state travel

• Thorough knowledge of machine shop equipment, tooling processes, and machining procedures.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in tooling, mold making, or precision machining.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (preferred).
• CAD proficiency and familiarity with mold design principles (preferred).