Tool Room Lead - Machining & Quality Assurance

Sonoco; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 88,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Sonoco in Columbus, OH is seeking a Tool Room Supervisor to lead a machining team and oversee tool room operations, safety, quality and continuous improvement for a high‑volume manufacturing area.

You will supervise 6–8 machinists, ensure adherence to SOPs, calibrate equipment, coordinate scheduling, inspect tooling and collaborate with vendors to maintain production flow. A Bachelor’s degree, hands‑on machining experience, and AutoCAD/SolidWorks proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required.
• Hands-on machining experience and ability to operate various equipment (lathes, mills, surface grinders).
• Advanced knowledge in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 6–8 direct reports in the Machinist classification.
• Maintain safe work environment and lead safety initiatives.
• Monitor tooling quality and inspection accuracy; perform QA inspections on tooling.
• Schedule machine shop work and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Sonoco in Columbus, OH is seeking a Tool Room Supervisor to lead a machining team and oversee tool room operations, safety, quality and continuous improvement for a high‑volume manufacturing area.

You will supervise 6–8 machinists, ensure adherence to SOPs, calibrate equipment, coordinate scheduling, inspect tooling and collaborate with vendors to maintain production flow. A Bachelor’s degree, hands‑on machining experience, and AutoCAD/SolidWorks proficiency are required.