Tool Room Supervisor

Linacast, Inc. • Benton Harbor, MI

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About The Position

The Tool Room Supervisor manages all operations and personnel within the Tool & Mold Department and reports to the Engineering Manager. The role oversees new tooling builds, mold maintenance, machining operations, tooling development, department expenses, and technical support for production, maintenance, and quality teams. It also supervises multi-shift personnel, coordinates schedules and training, and ensures safe work practices and equipment upkeep. The position supports a multi-shift facility; work hours are set at the plant level. Travel to vendor locations may be needed to verify completed work before shipment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker, Patternmaker, or Mold Maker.
• At least 5 years of supervisory or management experience in a tool room or mold department.
• Thorough understanding of the technology and procedures used in tool making.
• Strong understanding of permanent mold processes.
• Understanding of casting processes; aluminum casting experience is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in mold maintenance and repair, new tooling builds (VRC/PRC), and permanent mold processes.
• Experience managing multi-shift personnel, training programs, and performance expectations.
• Experience working with vendors and coordinating material procurement.
• Familiarity with PPAP processes and tooling development phases.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems.

Nice To Haves

• Technical certification in Tool & Die, Machining, Patternmaking, or a related trade.
• Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker credential.
• Experience with aluminum casting.

Responsibilities

• Manage new tooling builds, including timing and cost control.
• Manage mold maintenance and track molds through all development phases, including the PPAP process.
• Supervise multi-shift tool room personnel, including training, setting performance expectations, scheduling work, resolving work problems, and approving personnel actions.
• Work with vendors to procure materials needed for tooling builds.
• Participate in daily spending meetings with the Plant Manager.
• Develop training programs for department and non-department personnel.
• Coordinate mold and cell change schedules with Production Control.
• Schedule, approve, and submit employee timecard records using the ADP payroll system.
• Enforce 5S safety standards and ensure employees work safely.
• Provide technical expertise to Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams.
• Manage Tool Shop expenses and recommend departmental needs.
• Guide tool repair personnel on repairs, modifications, and troubleshooting.
• Oversee all machining operations within the tool room.
• Hire, onboard, and train new employees.
• Schedule machine workloads and assign tasks according to project priorities.
• Determine project timelines and ensure work remains on schedule.
• Administer disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Travel to vendor locations as needed to verify completed work before it is shipped to the facility.
• Coordinate machine repairs, maintenance, and general equipment upkeep.
• Provide oversight and support for Welding and Bench personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED