Tool and Die Supervisor

MAU is hiring a Tool and Die Supervisor for our client, Atkore, in Wayne, MI. As a Tool and Die Supervisor, you will oversee tool room operations, supervise employees, maintain tooling and equipment, and improve manufacturing efficiency through effective maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• Salary: $72,880-$100,210 annually, based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other applicable factors
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• Additional compensation may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives
• Leave required under applicable federal, state, or local law
• Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility and vesting requirements

Shift Information

• Full-time
• On-site in Wayne, MI

Required Education and Experience

• Journeyman Tool and Die status
• 10+ years of relevant work experience
• Strong CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and CNC (Computer Numerical Control) experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in a closely related field
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, or a business system-based organization

General Requirements

• Strong mechanical capabilities to support manufacturing floor efficiency and equipment reliability
• Knowledge of tool room operations, tooling maintenance, and equipment management
• Ability to identify and resolve tool performance issues and employee conflicts
• Ability to collaborate with production, engineering, and other departments to support manufacturing operations
• Knowledge of tool room technologies and advancements to support employee skill development

Essential Functions

• Supervise daily tool room operations, ensuring tools and equipment are properly maintained, organized, stored, and available for production.
• Maintain detailed inventories of tools and equipment, including tracking usage, maintenance schedules, and spare parts availability.
• Supervise tool room employees, including scheduling, training, performance management, and workforce development.
• Support the Apprenticeship Program through employee training and development.
• Develop employees CNC capabilities to improve operational efficiency and reduce spare parts costs.
• Coordinate with production departments to identify tooling requirements and ensure timely availability.
• Implement and monitor tool tracking and preventive maintenance systems to minimize manufacturing downtime.
• Develop and enforce tool room safety protocols and ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• Conduct regular audits of tools and equipment to verify condition, performance, and compliance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tooling performance issues that affect production operations.
• Address employee conflicts and operational challenges within the tool room.
• Assist with tool room budget preparation, monitor expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare reports documenting tool room activities, operational challenges, and resource requirements.
• Collaborate with other department leaders to streamline operations and support production workflows.
• Monitor advancements in tool room technology and develop employees technical capabilities.
• Support engineering modifications and improvements by identifying and addressing tooling requirements.
• Develop tool room work instructions that incorporate quality checks and operational standards.
• Audit and improve die maintenance programs to increase tooling reliability.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Manufacturing Engineering (M.E.) group to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and greater operational efficiency.
• Complete Atkores Immersion Program within the first three months.
• Develop an understanding of how the role supports Atkores strategy and Atkore Business System (ABS) within the first three months.
• Understand tooling requirements associated with engineering modifications and improvements and develop tool room work instructions with quality checks within six months.
• Audit and improve die maintenance programs and implement continuous improvement projects within 12 months.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• On-site position at Atkores manufacturing facility in Wayne, MI.