Tool Room Manager, Tool Maker

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Tool Room Manager, Tool Maker to lead our tool manufacturing and maintenance operations. In this dynamic role, you will oversee the design, fabrication, repair, and maintenance of precision tools, dies, and fixtures essential for our manufacturing processes. Join us to drive innovation in tool development and contribute to the success of our manufacturing excellence!

Duties

• Sharpen/grind/modify tooling accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist in fixturing and tool modification
• Keep tooling and supply inventory organized and maintained to ensure all jobs and projects are performed effectively.
• Make tooling recommendations.
• Order/purchase, store, distribute and track expenses of shop tooling and supplies.
• Work with the Purchasing Manager to purchase, order, and track tool crib information accurately in automated systems and ERP.
• Maintain an organized and accurate tool crib and supply area.
• Maintain detailed documentation of tooling designs, schematics, maintenance records, and shop math calculations to support ongoing production needs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop tooling solutions for plastics injection molding processes and stamping presses that enhance productivity and product quality.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all shop tools and machinery to ensure optimal performance while adhering to safety protocols.

Experience

• Proven experience in a tool-room environment with a strong background in tool & die making or precision metal machining.
• Skilled in interpreting mechanical blueprints, schematics, GD&T specifications, and shop math for accurate fabrication.
• Hands-on experience working with plastics injection molding tooling or stamping press tooling is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of measurement techniques using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments for quality assurance.
• Strong math (geometry and trigonometry) and blueprint reading skills.
• Geometry and grades of tooling for exotic materials.
• Good communication skills - written, verbal, listening.
• Strong organizational skills - multiple task and detailed oriented.
• High self-motivation and cooperation - a hard-working team player.
• Use of automated purchasing and tool crib software.
• Ability to lead a team effectively while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Join us as a Tool Room Manager & Tool Maker to bring your technical expertise into a vibrant setting where innovation meets precision! Your skills will directly impact our manufacturing excellence by creating reliable tools that power our production lines—making a real difference every day!

Pay: $60,024.69 - $72,287.80 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person