Machine Shop Supervisor: Lead Tool Room & Improvement

Hendrick Manufacturing; Carbondale (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Manufacturing in Carbondale, PA, seeks a hands-on Machine Shop Supervisor to lead the Tool Room, Tool Service, and Punch Departments. You will develop personnel, improve tooling reliability, and drive continuous improvement across operations.

The role focuses on reducing downtime, optimizing tooling costs, and supporting production with proactive maintenance and vendor partnerships. Strong leadership and CAD/CAM proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Engineering, or Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification.
• 5–7 years in a tool room or machine shop environment.
• Strong knowledge of punching and blanking dies.
• Proficiency with CAD and CAM software.
• Experience with CNC, conventional machining and grinding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Tool Room, Tool Service, and Punch Departments.
• Develop people and improve tooling quality and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement and standardization across the department.
• Oversee tooling inventories, budgets, and purchasing requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Tooling management

Problem-solving

Team development

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

CAM software

CNC machining

Wire EDM

Job description

Hendrick Manufacturing in Carbondale, PA, seeks a hands-on Machine Shop Supervisor to lead the Tool Room, Tool Service, and Punch Departments. You will develop personnel, improve tooling reliability, and drive continuous improvement across operations.

The role focuses on reducing downtime, optimizing tooling costs, and supporting production with proactive maintenance and vendor partnerships. Strong leadership and CAD/CAM proficiency are essential.