Lead Tool Technician

Navistar • San Antonio, TX

64d

About The Position

The Lead Tool Technician oversees the daily operations of the tool room or tooling maintenance area, ensuring tools, dies, fixtures, and equipment are maintained to support production efficiency and quality. This role combines advanced technical skills with leadership responsibilities, including mentoring junior technicians, coordinating repairs and preventative maintenance schedules, and collaborating with production and engineering teams.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a tool technician, maintenance or related role in manufacturing
• OR
• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical certificate or associate degree in industrial maintenance
• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
• Walk, stand, sit, bend, twist/turn, kneel, squat, crawl
• Climb using both legs and arms
• Head/neck movement
• Reach outward or above the shoulder
• Drive or operate equipment such as lifts and/or motor vehicles
• Lift, carry, push, or pull 15-45 pounds
• Repetitive use of hands and fingers
• Use of vibrating tools
• Depth perceptions required
• Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of color
• Exposure to constant and intermittent noise, fumes, smoke and gases, solvents, paint, grease and oils, radiant energy, and slippery surfaces

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrates International Core Values
• Communicates clearly both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrates initiative and effective problem solving
• Customer focused, drives for results
• Proficient computer skills
• Hands-on experience with Tools Net 8 and Tools Talk 2.0
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints and schematics

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing the setup, calibration, maintenance, and repair of production tooling while leading and supporting a team of Tool Technicians
• Ensures operational continuity by applying preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem-solving techniques to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Manages spare parts inventory, coordinating with suppliers for restocking, and maintaining accurate records to comply with internal quality, safety, and documentation standards
• Uses advanced tooling software, including Tools Net 8 and Tools Talk 2.0, to monitor tool performance, analyze usage data, and optimize efficiency and tool longevity
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives, supports audits and inspections, and develops work instructions and training materials to enhance team performance
• Requires a strong combination of technical expertise, leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to operational excellence, safety, and compliance
• Serves as a key resource for the team, ensuring tools and processes are optimized, and that production goals are consistently met

Benefits

• We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job.
• We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.
• For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate's applicable skills, knowledge and experience.
• You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED