Tool Room Supervisor (Finance)
The Tooling Supervisor leads and supervises the team responsible for manufacturing forging tools, ensuring the timely availability of high-quality purchased tooling at the most cost-effective price. This role works to support the efficiency of forming and machining operations by maintaining optimal tooling inventory and coordinating the procurement of necessary components.
Job Details
- Position Type: Exempt, Salaried
- Pay Range: $80,000-$100,000/year (depending on skills and experience)
- Location: Onsite - Savanna, Illinois
- Travel: 10%
- Manage comprehensive manufacturing schedules for forming tools to ensure timely delivery and alignment with departmental production needs and deadlines.
- Supervise and lead a team of toolmakers responsible for manufacturing precision forming tools, overseeing all machining operations necessary to support maintenance, engineering, and production requirements.
- This position leads with the ability to demonstrate. Should be comfortable operating CNC lathes, grinders, CNC vertical machining centers, and similar tool room equipment.
- Schedule and monitor employee performance, conduct regular check-ins and evaluations to ensure productivity targets are met and maintain a high level of workmanship across the team.
- Control tooling costs by actively managing internal manufacturing processes and maintaining quality and delivery standards.
- Coordinate the scheduling of external contractors for routine and emergency maintenance on tool room equipment and machinery.
- Participate in the recruitment process, including interviewing and selecting qualified candidates for roles within the tooling department.
- Identify and assess the need for new equipment and technology (both hardware and intellectual capital), providing detailed justification for investments that will enhance tool room productivity, efficiency, and capability.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of tooling, machining processes, and equipment, with the ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical challenges.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and manage teams, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment while achieving both departmental and organizational goals.
- Focus on accuracy in all aspects of tool design, manufacturing, and quality control.
- Skilled in handling precision tools and machinery, with a keen ability to perform intricate tasks that require coordination, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion, effective resource allocation, and seamless execution of complex tasks.
- Strong ability to develop and implement production schedules, manage resources, and optimize workflows.
- Education: Technical degree preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a leader in a production or tool making role
- Must have the dexterity to handle small objects.
- Frequent bending and stooping required.
- Must be able to push/pull objects up to 30 pounds.
- Must be able to work in noisy environments.
#ZRAbout MacLean-Fogg
At MacLean-Fogg, you'll be part of a global manufacturing leader with a 100-year legacy of innovation and excellence. We partner with some of the world's most iconic brands to create high-quality fasteners, components, and engineered solutions for industries that shape the future. With the recent addition of Mallard Manufacturing, we've expanded into industry-leading gravity flow solutions for material handling. Here, your ideas and skills will make an impact-driving cutting-edge solutions, advancing sustainability, and helping build a better tomorrow. Join a collaborative team where your contributions matter and your career can thrive.
Why Join MacLean-Fogg?
At MacLean-Fogg, we are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to foster growth, well-being, and financial security:
- Competitive Compensation: Rewarding your expertise and contributions.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with preventative care covered at 100%.
- Financial Security: 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities.
- Support for Growing Families: We provide paid parental leave to support all parents during important family milestones.
- HSA & FSA Plan Options: Flexible spending and savings options to help you manage medical expenses effectively.
- Wellness Perks: Tuition reimbursement, wellness equipment rebates, and mental health support through Spring Health, offering free therapy sessions.
- Life and AD&D Insurance: Peace of mind with coverage that protects you and your loved ones.
- Disability Coverage: Income protection during life's unexpected challenges, ensuring you feel supported.
- New Vehicle Supplier Discounts: Access exclusive savings on vehicles from leading manufacturers.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible benefits tailored to meet your family's needs.
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