What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tool Shop Manager position at Confidential Careers?
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Tool Shop Manager to lead our tooling operations. In this role, you’ll oversee the design, development, and production of high-quality tooling, ensuring it meets our company’s standards for quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery. You’ll play a critical part in shaping the success of our tooling processes and work closely with cross-functional teams such as Engineering, Program Management, Estimating, Manufacturing, and clients.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for optimizing processes, managing teams, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you’re a problem-solver with a strong leadership background and a knack for managing both in-house and outsourced tooling efforts, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Do:
- Drive Tooling Success: Lead the tooling team to achieve key performance metrics, including profitability, on-time delivery, and efficient use of resources (material, labor, and machines).
- Lead the Team: Manage the day-to-day operations of the tooling department, set clear goals, and guide your team to meet customer requirements and deadlines.
- Process Innovation: Continually improve tooling processes, from mold design to production, ensuring we stay ahead of industry trends and consistently meet customer needs.
- Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing) and clients to ensure smooth project execution and deliver on all expectations. Support internal and external stakeholders through problem-solving and technical expertise.
- Optimize Outsourcing: Strategically manage relationships with external suppliers and vendors for mold design and builds, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality outcomes.
- Mentor & Develop: Foster the growth of your team members through coaching, training, and development to create a culture of excellence, leadership, and consistency.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in tooling management, including mold design, machining, and outsourcing.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with a track record of successfully managing and developing a team.
- Experience with continuous improvement efforts and process optimization.
- In-depth knowledge of injection mold design and manufacturing processes.
- Strong problem-solving ability and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and clients.
- Ability to recommend and implement new technologies, tools, and equipment to enhance tooling capabilities.
- A commitment to delivering results on time and within budget.
What We Offer:
- A collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Opportunities to lead and make a direct impact on the success of the company.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- A chance to develop your leadership skills and advance your career in tooling and manufacturing.
Work Environment:
This role will be split between an office and a tool room within a manufacturing plant. You’ll be expected to move around the office and manufacturing areas, with daily computer use and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
