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Tooling Supervisor

Trenton, MI 48183

Posted: 01/12/2026 Job Number: 53681759 Pay Rate: $36.06 / hour

Job Description

Our client is looking for a Tooling Supervisor in Trenton, MI! This contract opportunity (possible extension or direct hire for the right candidate) offers a starting pay rate of $36.06/hour (benefits are available). The Toolroom Supervisor will source new product tooling, provide tool specifications, follow-up and manage the building of new tools, follow-up and manage changes to new or existing tooling, and facilitate the preventative maintenance of existing tooling. The Toolroom Supervisor is required to manage overall maintenance costs and audit tool sources to maintain the lowest cost available.
Accountabilities:
  • Serve on program teams to manage the building of new product tooling
  • Develop and maintain tool standards
  • Assist maintenance in tool preventative maintenance
  • Manage changes to tools
  • Interface with manufacturing to resolve processing issues through potential tool changes
  • Research alternative tooling sources for better cost, quality, and delivery
  • Maintain tool drawings and tool identification records
  • Responsible for approving tool design and materials
  • May be required to perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
  • Manage and track complete timing of tool build compared to a master program timing schedule
  • Manage all costs for initial builds and audit any change cost to assure lowest costs
  • Work closely with the Process Specialist during tool tryouts to make sure the tool functions efficiently
  • Identify critical spare components, establish inventory and replenish system
 
   Requirements:  
  • Bachelor's degree in a Technical / Engineering discipline required; or Journeymen status with minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience; or Minimum of 10 years of technical/manufacturing experience.
  • Ability to work any shift and overtime as required Must possess a working knowledge of advanced technical problem-solving tools.
  • Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the plant from hourly represented employees to senior leadership as required
  • Goal oriented and a self-starter and ability to lead and manage in a team based structure
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must be able to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time
  • Must be able to lift 25 pounds or more

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