Tool Room Supervisor - Ludington Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is partnering with Ludington-based manufacturers to recruit a Tool Room Supervisor. This on-site role in Ludington, MI focuses on leading tooling operations, maintaining equipment, and enforcing safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in tool rooms and 2+ years of supervision, with CAD/CAM/ERP familiarity and strong GD&T capabilities. A competitive salary range accompanies the opportunity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a tool room environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and materials.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs for tool room equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Manage the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tooling and equipment.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality standards within the tool room.
• Supervise, train, and mentor tool room technicians and apprentices.
• Maintain accurate inventory of tools, spare parts, and materials.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to support manufacturing needs.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for tooling.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Machining know-how

GD&T interpretation

Preventative maintenance

Tools

CAD/CAM software

ERP systems

Job description

Tool Room Supervisor | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $68,000 - $100,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in tool room supervisor? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Ludington 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 are working with companies in Ludington that are adding Tool Room Supervisors to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Manage the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tooling and equipment.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality standards within the tool room.
• Supervise, train, and mentor tool room technicians and apprentices.
• Maintain accurate inventory of tools, spare parts, and materials.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to support manufacturing needs.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for tooling.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a tool room environment.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and materials.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs for tool room equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software for tooling design and analysis.
• Certification in a relevant field (e.g., machining, metrology, quality).
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor junior technicians.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for inventory and work order management.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tooling Supervisor, Machine Shop Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, CNC Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Tool Room Manager, Production Supervisor, Machining Supervisor, Shop Foreman, Fabrication Supervisor

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.