Tool Shop Supervisor

Department: Tooling 

Reports To: Tooling Manager 

Location: Columbus 

Job Type: Full-time, Hourly

Benefits:

• 3 medical plans to choose from.
• Optional voluntary benefits – Dental, Vision, Life, Accident insurance and more. The company pays for a portion of these benefits.
• 401k Retirement Plan- Company matching.
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus.
• Casual Dress Code (Jeans, t-shirts, shorts, sweatshirts... ect)
• Paid Time Off- Prorated during employees first year of employment.
• Annual $100 shoe allowance for safety toed shoes. 
• Matrix- Employee Assistance Program.

Job Summary:

The Tool Shop Supervisor is responsible for supervising and participating in the day-to-day operations of the die shop. This is a working supervisor with hands-on work with CNC machines, EDM, and conventional machining equipment. The role requires a strong technical background in tooling and machining, along with leadership skills to guide a team of skilled tradespeople. This is a hands-on supervisory role ideal for someone who leads by example.

 Key Responsibilities:

Supervision & Team Leadership

• Lead a team of die makers, CNC machinists, and EDM operators.
• Assign daily tasks and managing work priorities to meet production needs.
• Train and mentor team members on safe and efficient machining practices.
• Monitor work quality and ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards.
• Provide hands-on support and guidance in complex or urgent repair situations.

Coordination & Communication

• Collaborate with production, engineering, process, and quality departments to ensure tooling readiness.
• Communicate status of tooling jobs, die repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate die cleaning and preparation schedules to align with production requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and part usage.

 Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all team members follow safety procedures and proper machine operation protocols.
• Promote a clean and organized shop through 5S and lean practices.
• Identify and implement improvements in tooling processes, equipment, or workflow.

Hands-On Technical Work

• Perform setup, machining, and repair of tooling using CNC, EDM, milling, grinding, and manual machines.
• Troubleshoot and repair dies to ensure proper function and minimal downtime.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble dies and tooling as needed.
• Modify and improve tooling based on production feedback or engineering changes.
• Participate in die tuning and support the validation of tooling for production use.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certificate or degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in tool & die, with strong skills in CNC and EDM operations.
• A minimum of 3 years of leadership, team lead, or supervisory experience (formal or informal).
• Proficient in reading blueprints, CAD drawings, and precision measuring instruments.
• Skilled in machining tight tolerances and working with tool steels and die components.
• Basic computer skills for reporting, documentation, and inventory tracking.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in job shop manufacturing.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM (Camworks) and ERP(IQMS).

Working Conditions:

• Active machine shop environment with exposure to noise, machinery, coolants, and lifting (up to 50 lbs).
• Requires standing for long periods and using hand tools, hoists, and measuring equipment.
• Occasional off-shift work or weekend coverage may be required during tooling emergencies or major maintenance periods.

Engineered Profiles LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.