Lead Tooling Manager - Injection Molding

Rehrig Pacific; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401k & ESOP

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Rehrig Pacific in Dallas, TX is seeking a Tooling Manager to lead tooling operations in our plastic injection molding facility. You’ll ensure safe, reliable mold maintenance, repair, and performance while guiding a team of mold technicians.

You’ll drive continuous improvement, manage PM programs, coordinate with production and maintenance, and build strong supplier relationships to align tooling with plant goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• 3+ years of leadership experience (preferred).
• 5+ years of injection molding experience (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience working with CMMS systems (JD Edwards preferred).

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, controlled environment for all tooling operations.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of mold technicians through clear expectations and ongoing support.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful culture grounded in human-centered leadership.
• Support team growth through training, feedback, and career development opportunities.
• Oversee and prioritize all mold repair and maintenance activities.
• Partner with production and maintenance teams to coordinate preventive maintenance (PM).
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve uptime and efficiency.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels for mold components and standard replacement parts.
• Provide hands-on technical support for troubleshooting and mold repair challenges.
• Use structured problem-solving to identify root causes and eliminate recurring issues.
• Interpret blueprints, specs, and technical documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on tooling reliability and performance.
• Build and manage strong relationships with tooling suppliers and vendors.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support production goals and scheduling.
• Help align tooling performance with overall plant objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS (JD Edwards preferred)

Job description

Rehrig Pacific in Dallas, TX is seeking a Tooling Manager to lead tooling operations in our plastic injection molding facility. You’ll ensure safe, reliable mold maintenance, repair, and performance while guiding a team of mold technicians.

You’ll drive continuous improvement, manage PM programs, coordinate with production and maintenance, and build strong supplier relationships to align tooling with plant goals.