Tooling and Die Department Supervisor

KI USA is looking for a Working Supervisor for the Tool and Die department. The supervisor oversees the daily operations of a toolroom while actively performing hands-on machining, tool building, and repair tasks alongside the team. Supervisor works with and reports to department manager. Regular shift is 8am-5pm, with additional time worked as needs arise and some weekends as required.

Ideal candidate has strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and 5-7 years of experience in tool and die making and 3-7 years of supervisory or lead experience in Tool and Die or similar background.

Responsibilities, included but not limited to:

• Hands-on Production: Construct, modify, and repair complex tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds using manual and CNC machines.
• Team Leadership: Assign daily tasks, coordinate shift workflows, and guide tool and die team.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Diagnose tooling failures on the production floor and manage preventive maintenance programs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with production, engineering, and maintenance departments to minimize equipment downtime.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce plant safety rules, OSHA standards, and 5S cleanliness guidelines in the toolroom

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of supervisor or lead experience in similar capacity.
• 5–7 years of tool and die machinist experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and design schematics.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and operate large machinery.

Required Skills

• Previous Supervisor or Lead experience in similar.
• Mechanical aptitude: Deep knowledge of shop practices, metal types, and heat-treating processes.
• Math proficiency: Strong skills in 2D and 3D geometry and trigonometry for precise dimension checks.
• Precision measuring: Expertise with micrometers, calipers, and computerized measuring tools.

Preferred Skills

• Growth mindset, collaborative, mentoring and accountability focused leadership mentality.