Tooling Supervisor

US Farathane•Jackson, TN

About The Position

The Tooling Supervisor oversees mold repair processing and manages tooling activities to achieve productivity, quality, and safety goals and support internal and external customer satisfaction. The role directly supervises tool room associates while also working hands-on with them on the shop floor, troubleshooting and repairing molds and processes. The supervisor coordinates repair work to meet plant quality, schedule, efficiency, and utilization targets; controls outside repair costs; and maintains the Tool Room budget in collaboration with the Process Engineering Manager. The position also supports employee training, work planning, performance appraisal, and resolution of employee concerns in accordance with company procedures and applicable laws. The position operates in a professional office environment with controlled temperatures and includes some exposure to loud noise and hot and cold temperatures in manufacturing plants. It routinely uses standard office equipment. The employee must be able to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, and lift 5–25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

At least 5 years of tooling experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a tooling environment.
Excellent technical and mechanical aptitude.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, or hear.
Ability to lift 5–25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Tooling experience in plastics or automotive manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise tool room associates while working with them on everyday shop-floor tasks.
Coordinate tooling repair activity to meet plant quality and schedule requirements.
Direct plant tool repair activity to meet plant efficiency and utilization targets.
Control outside tool repair costs as much as possible.
Maintain performance to the Tool Room budget while working directly with the Process Engineering Manager.
Troubleshoot issues on new and existing processes.
Develop a measurement tool to ensure output equates to staffing.
Be available to provide support to all three shifts.
Oversee and adhere to company policies and procedures, including the quality policy manual and employee handbook.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping in respective areas.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s plans, policies, and applicable laws.
Train employees.
Plan, assign, and direct work.
Appraise the performance of direct reports.
Address complaints and resolve problems within the tooling department, using the company’s progressive discipline procedure to address employee issues involving direct reports.
Troubleshoot and repair molds, providing hands-on guidance.
Perform other duties as assigned.