Manufacturing Tooling Engineer

Position: Manufacturing Tooling Engineer

Duration: 1 year contract on-going contract, renewed annually

Location: Sterling Heights, MI

Insight global is seeking a Tooling Engineer to support tube and carrier machining operations within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role will partner closely with Process Engineers, Tooling Teams, Production, and Quality to ensure the successful launch and ongoing performance of advanced manufacturing lines. The Tooling Engineer will be responsible for developing and optimizing machining tooling, improving process capability, reducing variability, and ensuring all quality and production metrics are achieved.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in machining tooling, tool design, and production manufacturing, with a strong understanding of launch activities, PPAP documentation, process control, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• 3+ years of machining experience
• Experience with cutting tooling (2+ years) (there is different types of tooling, we don’t want tool and die or robotics tooling)
• Strong experience with turning tooling, CNC tooling, and machining processes, such as drilling, reaming, taping, milling
• High production machining tool manufacturing experience
• Experience programming of Tool Presetters (Royal/Zoller)
• Experience supporting production machining operations and tooling optimization.

• Develop, implement, and optimize tooling solutions for tube and carrier machining operations.
• Support machining processes through tooling development, validation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Lead implementation and utilization of GTSV (Global Tool Supply Verification) tool tracking systems.
• Identify tooling‑critical product characteristics and establish appropriate process controls to ensure quality and capability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Complete all launch‑related quality documentation, including PPAP requirements and process validation activities.
• Apply engineering and analytical methodologies to establish robust machining processes and improve manufacturing performance.
• Investigate tooling, process, and quality issues utilizing structured problem‑solving methods and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with suppliers and internal cross‑functional teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve process stability.
• Conduct process audits to ensure compliance with Ford Powertrain manufacturing and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standardized work instructions, and tooling specifications.
• Lead lean manufacturing initiatives focused on waste elimination, variability reduction, and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with plant, corporate, environmental, and governmental regulations.
• Support ISO 14001 requirements, environmental initiatives, and internal audit activities.
• Deliver capable machining processes that consistently meet safety, quality, throughput, and cost targets.

$45/hr to $50/hr exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.