Job Description
We’re looking for a Tooling Manager to lead and evolve our tooling operations, ensuring performance, reliability, and innovation that directly supports our manufacturing success.
What you'll do:
* Lead and align the Toolroom, Tool Trials, and Tool Maintenance teams.
* Oversee the full tooling lifecycle, from design and maintenance to retirement.
* Plan tooling capacity to meet current and future production needs.
* Drive tooling innovation to support new product development.
* Maintain high tooling availability and reliability to meet extrusion requirements.
* Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency.
* Collaborate with NPD and Product Management to align tooling with future business needs.
* Lead root cause analysis and long-term solutions for tooling issues.
* Manage tooling budgets and control tooling-related costs.
* Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
What you'll need:
1. 5+ years proven experience in tooling, manufacturing, or operational leadership roles.
2. Hands-on experience in tooling design, modification, and maintenance.
3. Ability to align tooling operations with broader business objectives and the requirements of the extrusion customer.
4. Strong communication and collabor...