Tool Room Supervisor

H. T. PROF Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Chicago, IL is seeking a hands-on Toolroom Supervisor to direct daily tool room operations, repair molds, and ensure metalworking quality for injection molding processes.

You will mentor tool room staff, plan repairs, coordinate with production, and manage tooling costs while maintaining safety and efficiency. CAD proficiency with SolidWorks/AutoCAD is preferred; EDM/jig grinding experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; industry certification preferred.
• 5+ years of mold repair and modification experience in injection molding.
• Previous supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong precision grinding and mold repair skills.
• Experience with EDM, jig grinding, or similar processes.
• CAD proficiency; SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily tool room operations and workflow.
• Supervise, train, and mentor tool room personnel.
• Plan, assign, and prioritize mold repairs and modifications.
• Ensure quality, safety, and efficiency standards are met.
• Coordinate with management and production to support schedules and demand.
• Maintain accountability for tooling costs, methods, and results.
• Perform hands-on toolmaking work as required.
• Repair and modify molds, jigs, and fixtures requiring tight tolerances.
• Analyze and implement mold changes to meet production and quality requirements.
• Plan repair procedures and select appropriate materials.
• Develop shrinkage and temperature allowances for proper mold function.
• Assist with mold setup and troubleshooting in production.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Precision grinding

Mold repair and modification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Industry certification preferred

Tools

CAD proficiency

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

EDM

Jig grinding

Job description

OVERALL ROLE

Directs and coordinates tool room activities to ensure proper repair, modification, and reliability of molds supporting injection molding operations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct daily tool room operations and workflow

Supervise, train, and mentor tool room personnel

Plan, assign, and prioritize mold repairs and modifications

Ensure quality, safety, and efficiency standards are met

Coordinate with management and production to support schedules and demand

Maintain accountability for tooling costs, methods, and results

Perform hands-on toolmaking work as required

Complete additional related duties as assigned

TOOLMAKING RESPONSIBILITIES (AS NEEDED)

Repair and modify molds, jigs, and fixtures requiring tight tolerances

Analyze and implement mold changes to meet production and quality requirements

Plan repair procedures and select appropriate materials

Develop shrinkage and temperature allowances for proper mold function

Assist with mold setup and troubleshooting in production

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Manufacturing environment with moderate noise and exposure to oils, dust, and fumes

Ability to stand and/or walk for the duration of the shift

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Perform repetitive movements including bending, stooping, pushing/pulling, and fine motor work

Use of required PPE

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent; industry certification preferred

5+ years of mold repair and modification experience in injection molding

Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred

Strong precision grinding and mold repair skills

Experience with EDM, jig grinding, or similar processes

CAD proficiency; SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD preferred