Tooling Supervisor

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  • Milwaukee, WI
    11 days ago

    Job Description

    A leading automotive supplier is hiring a Tooling Supervisor to join their team. This is a direct hire position that is on-site in Milwaukee, WI.

    The application deadline for this role is 10/13/2026.

    Responsibilities:

    • Oversee daily operations of the tooling department, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards are met.
    • Manage personnel, assets, and inventory to optimize productivity and maintain workplace safety initiatives.
    • Monitor KPIs and production goals, implementing strategies to meet or exceed targets.
    • Support continuous safety and process improvements through training and safety audits.
    • Foster a team environment, coaching staff and promoting employee engagement.

    Qualifications:

    • Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in tooling or a related manufacturing setting.
    • Journeyman Tool & Die maker certification or similar technical background preferred.
    • Proven experience with Kaizen, 5S, and lean manufacturing methodologies.
    • Strong skills in KPI management and process documentation.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and industry-specific software tools.

    If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

    You should be proficient in:

    • CNC Tooling
    • Lean Manufacturing Principles
    • Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills
    • Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
    • 5S

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMilwaukee, WI

    Skills

    • Asset Managementunmatched
    • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Exceeded Sales Goalunmatched
    • Industry-Specific Softwareunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
    • Machine Toolunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Methodsunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Performance Metricsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Production Controlunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety Trainingunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Tool and Die Manufacturingunmatched

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