Tool Shop Supervisor

Engineered Profiles LLC • Columbus, OH

47d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees