Tooling Manager
Full-Time
Rushville, IN
Compensation DOE: Up to $110K
We are seeking a highly experienced Tooling Manager to oversee tooling operations for a growing foundry specializing in green sand molding. This role is ideal for a leader with deep technical knowledge of molds, dies, and tooling systems who thrives in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.
As the Tooling Manager, you’ll be responsible for the full lifecycle of tooling — from design and build to maintenance and retirement. You’ll manage a skilled team, oversee vendor partnerships, and ensure all tooling meets customer, quality, and cost requirements.
Tooling Manager Duties Include:
Managing the design, development, procurement, and implementation of new tooling, trim dies, gages, and fixtures.
Overseeing predictive and preventive maintenance schedules for all tooling and equipment.
Providing technical support and troubleshooting for tooling-related production issues to minimize downtime.
Leading, training, and mentoring a team of tooling technicians and engineers.
Ensuring all tooling meets specifications, drawings, and quality standards.
Collaborating with engineering, sales, production, vendors, and customers.
Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tooling performance and reduce costs.
Managing budgets, tooling costs, and procurement of tools, materials, and outsourced services.
Supervising day-to-day pattern shop and layout room operations.
Supporting root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality improvement projects.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
10+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5+ years in a managerial/supervisory role.
Proficiency with CAD software (CATIA, AutoCAD).
Strong knowledge of GD&T, casting modeling, simulation, and solidification.
Hands-on experience with CNC machines, lathes, milling, surface grinding, drilling, and welding equipment.
Familiarity with Toyota Production System and continuous improvement (Kaizen).
Strong leadership, organization, and project management skills.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to mentor and develop a skilled trades team.
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Long-term career growth potential in a stable and growing industry
Send your resume to Kelly Maxwell
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