KeyStaff Professionals- A Division of Midwest Staffing
Tooling Manager
KeyStaff Professionals- A Division of Midwest Staffing, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
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KeyStaff Professionals – A Division of Midwest Staffing This range is provided by KeyStaff Professionals – A Division of Midwest Staffing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $95,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr
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HR & Talent Acquisition Consultant | 15+ Years Supporting Scalable Hiring, Workforce Planning & Employee Experience Join a growing manufacturing team where precision, leadership, and innovation meet.
We’re looking for a highly skilled
Tool & Die Manager
to oversee daily operations of the Tool & Die department, ensuring that all tools, dies, and precision parts are built, maintained, and repaired to the highest standards. This role will lead a talented team of toolmakers and machinists, driving quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all projects.
What You’ll Do
Lead & develop the team:
Supervise and mentor toolmakers, machinists, and support staff. Assign work, set priorities, and foster a collaborative, safety‑focused environment.
Oversee tooling design & fabrication:
Manage the design, build, and maintenance of tools, dies, and fixtures. Review and approve designs to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Support production & engineering:
Partner with production teams to meet tooling needs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure tools are available to meet manufacturing deadlines.
Manage tooling inventory & budgets:
Track tooling materials and inventory, control costs, and forecast future needs to keep operations running smoothly.
Ensure quality & compliance:
Maintain strict adherence to quality standards, tolerances, and safety regulations (ISO, ASTM, OSHA).
Drive process improvement:
Implement lean manufacturing techniques, reduce lead times, and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
Document & report:
Maintain accurate tooling records, reports, and project documentation to ensure communication and accountability.
What We’re Looking For
Experience:
7+ years as a Tool & Die Maker in a manufacturing environment
3+ years of supervisory or management experience
Technical skills:
Strong understanding of tool & die design, fabrication, and repair
Proficient with manual and CNC machines (mills, lathes, grinders, EDM)
CAD/CAM experience required
Leadership & communication:
Proven ability to lead and develop a technical team
Excellent organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills
Quality & safety focus:
In‑depth knowledge of precision measurement tools and quality standards
Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Project Management
Industries Fabricated Metal Products
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KeyStaff Professionals – A Division of Midwest Staffing This range is provided by KeyStaff Professionals – A Division of Midwest Staffing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $95,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr
Direct message the job poster from KeyStaff Professionals – A Division of Midwest Staffing
HR & Talent Acquisition Consultant | 15+ Years Supporting Scalable Hiring, Workforce Planning & Employee Experience Join a growing manufacturing team where precision, leadership, and innovation meet.
We’re looking for a highly skilled
Tool & Die Manager
to oversee daily operations of the Tool & Die department, ensuring that all tools, dies, and precision parts are built, maintained, and repaired to the highest standards. This role will lead a talented team of toolmakers and machinists, driving quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all projects.
What You’ll Do
Lead & develop the team:
Supervise and mentor toolmakers, machinists, and support staff. Assign work, set priorities, and foster a collaborative, safety‑focused environment.
Oversee tooling design & fabrication:
Manage the design, build, and maintenance of tools, dies, and fixtures. Review and approve designs to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Support production & engineering:
Partner with production teams to meet tooling needs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure tools are available to meet manufacturing deadlines.
Manage tooling inventory & budgets:
Track tooling materials and inventory, control costs, and forecast future needs to keep operations running smoothly.
Ensure quality & compliance:
Maintain strict adherence to quality standards, tolerances, and safety regulations (ISO, ASTM, OSHA).
Drive process improvement:
Implement lean manufacturing techniques, reduce lead times, and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
Document & report:
Maintain accurate tooling records, reports, and project documentation to ensure communication and accountability.
What We’re Looking For
Experience:
7+ years as a Tool & Die Maker in a manufacturing environment
3+ years of supervisory or management experience
Technical skills:
Strong understanding of tool & die design, fabrication, and repair
Proficient with manual and CNC machines (mills, lathes, grinders, EDM)
CAD/CAM experience required
Leadership & communication:
Proven ability to lead and develop a technical team
Excellent organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills
Quality & safety focus:
In‑depth knowledge of precision measurement tools and quality standards
Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Project Management
Industries Fabricated Metal Products
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KeyStaff Professionals – A Division of Midwest Staffing by 2x
Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Disability insurance
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Greater Minneapolis‑Saint Paul Area .
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