Toolroom Manager

Reader Precision Solutions•Elkhorn, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reader Precision Solutions, a growing manufacturer of mission-critical precision components, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Tool Room Manager to build a tool and establish a tool room and toolroom processes and workflows from the ground up. This individual will oversee the daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficient management, maintenance, and availability of tools, jigs, and fixtures. The position will manage and develop a growing team, with scope expanding as the tool room function scales. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a proven track record in developing and optimizing tool room operations within a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in tool room operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Proven experience building tool room processes, workflows, and systems from scratch
Experience with CNC machines, CAD/CAM, and tool design is required
Experience establishing or managing kitting operations is strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of tooling, machining processes, and manufacturing systems
Lean Six Sigma certification or demonstrated experience desired
Experience with Indy Soft (tool tracking and management system) preferred or other relatable systems
Excellent leadership, team-building, and decision-making skills
Strong organizational and communication abilities
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Nice To Haves

Experience establishing or managing kitting operations is strongly preferred
Lean Six Sigma certification or demonstrated experience desired
Experience with Indy Soft (tool tracking and management system) preferred or other relatable systems

Responsibilities

Build, implement, and continuously improve tool room processes and workflows from the ground up
Manage, lead, and develop a growing team of tool room personnel
Establish structure, roles, and performance standards as the team expands
Oversee all tool room activities, including tool maintenance, repair, and inventory control
Plan and coordinate tool manufacturing, modification, and maintenance schedules
Ensure availability of tools to meet production requirements with minimal downtime
Implement preventive maintenance programs for tools and fixtures
Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality
Monitor tool performance and recommend improvements to enhance productivity and quality
Maintain accurate records of tool usage, repairs, and inventory levels
Coordinate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve tooling issues
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies
Manage budgets, cost control, and procurement of tool room supplies and equipment, in partnership with the purchasing and engineering team.
Support the growth and scaling of the tool room function, with responsibilities expanding alongside the team
Establish, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for the tool room and kitting operations
Use data-driven analysis to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Develop dashboards and reporting systems (including IndySoft where applicable) to monitor performance

Benefits

Competitive wages (paid weekly on Thursday's)
8% of base pay shift differential (2nd & 3rd shift)
Health insurance with points based, holistic wellness program
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Partnership with a near site local clinic for FREE health services including primary & preventative care, walk in visits, labs, prescriptions, etc.
FREE vision insurance!
401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 4.5% company match (immediately vested!)
Vacation accrual starts upon hire - accrue up to 2.5 weeks in first year!
9 paid holidays with up to two discretionary holidays each year
Education assistance up to $5,250 annually (after 12 months of service)
Professional development opportunities – internal & external (cross-departmental training, PMPA conferences, IMTS-Chicago, local technical colleges/universities, & more…)
Career advancement – ongoing training & mentoring with opportunity to grow your skills
Performance bonus – potential to receive a discretionary year-end bonus based on individual and group performance
Company paid Short-Term Disability policy
Company events – team lunches, summer picnic event, holiday party
Company zoo pass to Milwaukee County Zoo
Voluntary pet insurance
Holistic wellness program – earn up to $700 in incentives through points accumulation for accomplishing a variety of wellness activities. Also offered by the Company are employer paid onsite flu shots, biometric screenings, free health coaching & MUCH more!
Employer paid life insurance – $50,000 policy with options for voluntary life up to $400,000 benefit maximum
Financial planning resources & onsite financial wellness workshops
Employer subsidized work shoes & safety glasses program
Reader Precision Solutions branded attire – $100 annual allowance
Employee Referral bonus – $1,000