TOOL ROOM MANAGER

Berry Global, Inc.; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Tool Room Manager to lead the maintenance and optimization of injection molding tooling. This pivotal role involves planning and coordinating Tool Room activities, ensuring optimal asset utilization, and supporting a dynamic production environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, particularly in mold making and industrial tool maintenance, and will be responsible for developing preventative maintenance programs while supervising staff in a fast-paced setting. Join a company that values diversity and fosters a culture of growth and collaboration, where your contributions can truly make a difference.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Full Benefits starting on day 1

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401K

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Qualifications

• Manage injection molding tooling for optimal performance.
• Supervise Tool Room activities and staff for a 24/7 facility.
• Evaluate downtime and efficiency reports to improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee preventative maintenance programs.
• Provide technical advice and training to production personnel.
• Manage costs and negotiate tooling expenses with vendors.

Skills

Mold Making

Industrial Tool Maintenance

Injection Molding

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Communication Skills

Measuring Tools Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Advanced Degrees or Certificates

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

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Overview
This position will manage the ongoing maintenance, development, and optimization of injection molding tooling to ensure optimal asset utilization and support activities to ensure sustained, optimal tool performance. The role involves planning, directing, and coordinating Tool Room activities and staff.

About Berry Global
Harnessing the strength in our diversity and industry-leading talent of 40,000+ employees across more than 240+ global locations, we develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. We believe in the power of our people and their unique talents, experiences, and perspectives. Every employee has the opportunity to make a difference. We foster a people-first culture emphasizing growth, diversity, and collaboration. For more information, visit our website or connect with us on LinkedIn.

Libertyville, IL Plant PERKS

• Compensation Range: $100,000- $125,000
• Annual Bonus
• Full Benefits starting on day 1
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Vacation and Holidays

Responsibilities

Equipment Health

• Develop preventative maintenance programs.
• Oversee conversions, repairs, preventive maintenance, and inspection of tooling.
• Set priorities for mold repairs working with scheduling.
• Direct, review, and approve tool design changes to improve mold design and achieve quality parts and optimal cycles.
• Maintain and regain cavitation to meet monthly objectives; develop and maintain project budgets.
• Evaluate downtime and efficiency reports.

People

• Supervise employees and activities in the Tool Room to support a 24/7 production facility.
• Plan and maintain maintenance schedules.
• Provide technical advice and training to production and maintenance personnel.
• Conduct new hire and ongoing training to improve efficiencies.

CAPEX & Budget Control

• Participate in recommending purchase of new capital equipment, plant layout, production methods, material handling, and parts inventory. Assist in inventory ordering.
• Adhere to maintenance spend budget.
• Issue requests for capital expenses for plant and tool maintenance.
• Manage expenses for the Tool Shop and recommend capital needs.
• Review new mold development, select tooling vendors, and negotiate tooling costs.

Support to Other Departments

• Assist the Tool Room in making adjustments to maintain product quality.
• Evaluate downtime and efficiency reports.
• Establish good working relationships and support plant production and performance goals.
• Keep Tool Shop personnel informed of activities and information.
• Work with vendors on development of injection tools, fixtures, and molds.
• Manage costs, evaluate suppliers, and meet deadlines.
• Review new mold construction and design changes.
• Drive standardization in tooling design.
• Apply lean manufacturing tools such as 5S and SMED.
• Support and maintain company policies including ISO standards, health and safety, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with ISO standards for preventative machine maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED; advanced degrees or certificates preferred.
• Experience in mold making, industrial tool maintenance, or injection molding.
• Ability to read technical drawings and prints.
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Proficiency with measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Experience with lathes, mills, grinders, etc. is preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge of injection mold components and terminology.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Plastics Manufacturing

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