Tool Room Manager

JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:

The Tool Room Manager is a “hands on” leadership role responsible for overseeing the operations of the tool room within a CNC manufacturing environment. This role involves managing tool design, fabrication, maintenance, and repair to ensure the availability of high-quality, precise tools and fixtures for both internal and external customers. The manager ensures efficient workflow, maintains safety standards, and leads a team of Tool Room Machinist and Technicians.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Tool Management & Development:

• Oversee the fabrication, repair and maintenance of machine fixtures, pressure testers, gauges, and other precision tooling.
• Collaborate with CNC operators, engineers and outside customers to develop or improve tooling for optimal machine performance and product quality.

Operations & Workflow:

• Plan, organize, and prioritize tool room activities to meet production schedules.
• Ensure timely delivery of tools and fixtures to support manufacturing operations.
• Implement efficient processes for tool fabrication, repair, and modification.

Team Leadership & Development:

• The Tool Room Manager needs to lead by example and develop and maintain a top performing culture. Will be responsible to recruit, train, develop, supervise, and evaluate Tool Room talent and staff.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and quality within the team.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide technical guidance.

Quality & Standards:

• Ensure all tools and fixtures meet quality standards and specifications.
• Conduct inspections and verifications for tooling accuracy and durability.

Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and environmental regulations.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement.
• Implement best practices and new technologies in tool design and manufacturing.

Budget & Procurement:

• Manage the tool room budget, including procurement of raw materials, tooling and outside services.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Significant, proven experience (10 or more years) as a Tool Maker in a machining, or manufacturing environment, especially in CNC operations.
• Strong knowledge of tooling design, CNC machining processes in a tool room environment, and CAD/CAM software helpful.
• Strong leadership skills and having the willingness to grow them. Someone who leads by example and can develop and lead a team.
• High energy person with high personal standards and high expectations of their teammates.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory requirements related to manufacturing and tooling.
• Proficiency in MS Office and manufacturing software systems

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

In this position the employee will be working in a combination office/plant environment and may be exposed to airborne particles & moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the environment can be loud so hearing protection is provided and mandatory in certain areas

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• the employee is required to talk and hear,
• frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands & arms
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment

SHIFT HOURS:

Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Friday 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Overtime as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person