SCHERDEL North America · 6 hours ago
Tooling Manager
Muskegon, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelSCHERDEL North America is focused on tooling production and innovation, and they are seeking a Tooling Manager to lead and oversee tooling teams from design to build. This role involves ensuring strategic alignment, operational excellence, and adherence to company standards while driving collaboration and continuous improvement within the tooling discipline.
Consumer Goods
Hiring Manager
Jennifer L.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute tooling strategies aligned with company goals and standards
Oversee Tooling departments, ensuring consistent performance, coaching, and leadership development
Ensure compliance with tooling quality, production timelines, and cost efficiency across all regional sites
Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, and project teams to support program launches and tooling solutions
Drive standardization and best practices for tooling operations, systems, and KPIs across regions
Support innovation in tool design, materials, and build processes through partnership with R&D and external suppliers
Incorporate a forward-thinking approach to tooling innovation by promoting advanced tool design methodologies, emerging technologies, and digitalization across all tooling functions
Oversee the operations of tool room functions, including the assembly of complex tools and dies, ensuring proper fit and function
Ensure precise machining of tool components in alignment with design specifications and production requirements
Evaluate and maintain the surface condition and readiness of tools to meet quality and performance standards before release to production
Oversee capital tooling project execution and risk mitigation plans for SST
Lead improvement initiatives, audits, and alignment of safety and quality policies
Facilitate regular communication between tooling leaders, ensuring seamless coordination and issue resolution
Mentor and evaluate Tooling leaders, ensuring succession planning and leadership pipeline development
Participate in global tooling reviews, business planning, and supplier evaluations
Ensure compliance with legal, environmental, and corporate requirements in all tooling functions
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers to ensure tooling needs are met proactively and professionally
Qualification
Required
Deep understanding of die design, tool construction, and CAD/CAM software
Preferable Bihler Technology experience
Expertise in machining, stamping, and metal forming
Knowledge of inspection techniques, tolerances, and quality standards (e.g., ISO, Six Sigma)
Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance of tooling systems
Familiarity with lean principles, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement
Ability to align tooling operations with broader business goals
Leading cross-functional teams of designers, engineers, technicians and toolmakers
Managing timelines, budgets, and resources for tooling projects
Coordinating together with Purchasing external suppliers and contractors
Mentoring staff and fostering skill development, clear goal/expectation settings, quarterly evaluations
Evaluating tooling costs, ROI, and cost-saving opportunities
Using KPIs and metrics to guide operations
Root cause analysis and troubleshooting complex tooling issues
Clear communication with executives, engineers, and shop floor personnel
Navigating changes in technology, materials, and production demands
Precision in design, documentation, and execution
Company
SCHERDEL North America
SCHERDEL North America is part of the SCHERDEL Group.
Founded in 1889
5001-10000 employees
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