Toolroom Manager

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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).