Tooling Manager
Rehrig Pacific Company•Orlando, FL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Tooling Manager leads all tooling operations within our plastic injection molding facility. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient mold maintenance, repair, and performance while guiding a skilled team of mold technicians. You’ll play a key part in improving tooling reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting production goals through strong leadership and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience working with CMMS systems (JD Edwards preferred)
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of leadership experience
- 5+ years of injection molding experience
Responsibilities
- Create and maintain a safe, controlled environment for all tooling operations
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of mold technicians through clear expectations and ongoing support
- Foster a collaborative, respectful culture grounded in human-centered leadership
- Support team growth through training, feedback, and career development opportunities
- Oversee and prioritize all mold repair and maintenance activities
- Partner with production and maintenance teams to coordinate preventive maintenance (PM)
- Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve uptime and efficiency
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels for mold components and standard replacement parts
- Provide hands-on technical support for troubleshooting and mold repair challenges
- Use structured problem-solving to identify root causes and eliminate recurring issues
- Interpret blueprints, specs, and technical documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on tooling reliability and performance
- Build and manage strong relationships with tooling suppliers and vendors
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to support production goals and scheduling
- Help align tooling performance with overall plant objectives
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401k & ESOP
- Profit Sharing
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
