Tool Room Supervisor - Muskegon Area

Tool Room Supervisor - Muskegon Area

Tool Room Supervisor | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $65,000 - $96,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in manufacturing? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Muskegon seeking Tool Room Supervisors.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Muskegon region seeking Tool Room Supervisors. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Manage the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tooling and equipment.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for all tools.
• Supervise and train tool room personnel, fostering a culture of safety and quality.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for tools, spare parts, and consumables.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to address tooling needs and improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical certification or Associate's degree preferred.
• 5+ years experience in a tool room, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting various machine tools (e.g., lathes, mills, grinders, EDM).
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and mentor a team.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software is a plus.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CAD/CAM software for tool design and fabrication.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.
• Proficiency in a second language, particularly Spanish or Mandarin.
• Project management experience, overseeing tool room expansion or new equipment integration.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Room Supervisor, Tooling Supervisor, Machine Shop Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Shop Foreman, Tooling Coordinator, Fabrication Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https:// The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Salary Package:

$ 65,000. (US Dollar)