Tool Room Supervisor - Coopersville Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Camden (MI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Coopersville, MI is seeking a Tool Room Supervisor to oversee daily tool room operations and mentor technicians. The role involves maintaining tooling, ensuring safety and quality standards, and collaborating with engineering to optimize tool performance.

With 5+ years in tool-related roles and 2+ years in supervision, you’ll drive efficiency, manage inventory, and troubleshoot complex tooling issues across a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in tool and die making or a related field.
• 2+ years experience in a supervisory or lead role within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes including CNC milling, turning, grinding, and EDM.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve tooling, machinery, and production issues.
• Experience maintaining and repairing precision measurement tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the tool room and ensure production schedules are met.
• Supervise, train, and mentor tool room technicians to build a skilled team.
• Maintain, repair, and calibrate all tooling and equipment.
• Enforce safety protocols and quality standards within the tool room.
• Maintain accurate inventory of tools, spare parts, and consumables; procure as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to optimize tool design and performance.
• Troubleshoot complex tooling issues and minimize downtime.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machining processes

Troubleshooting

Tooling maintenance

Tools

CAD/CAM

CMMS

Job description

Tool Room Supervisor | Coopersville, MI

Salary Range: $64,000 - $95,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in tool room supervisor? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Coopersville seeking experienced Tool Room Supervisors.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Coopersville region seeking Tool Room Supervisors. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficiency and adherence to production schedules.
• Supervise, train, and mentor tool room technicians, fostering a skilled and productive team.
• Manage the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tooling and equipment.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality control standards within the tool room.
• Maintain accurate inventory of tools, spare parts, and consumables, initiating procurement as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering and production departments to optimize tool design and performance.
• Troubleshoot complex tooling issues and develop effective solutions to minimize downtime.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in tool and die making or a related field.
• 2+ years experience in a supervisory or lead role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong knowledge of various machining processes, including CNC milling, turning, grinding, and EDM.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to tooling, machinery, and production.
• Experience with maintaining and repairing precision measurement tools and equipment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CAD/CAM software for tool design and fabrication.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.
• Proficiency in a second language (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin) to support a diverse workforce.
• Formal training or certification in advanced machining techniques (e.g., EDM, laser cutting).
• Experience implementing and managing a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for tool room assets.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Room Supervisor, Tooling Supervisor, Machine Shop Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Fabrication Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Shop Foreman, Lead Machinist, Tooling Coordinator

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.