Tool Room Supervisor - Portage Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is partnering with Portage-based manufacturers to hire a Tool Room Supervisor. This role leads tool room teams, oversees maintenance, calibration, inventory, and quality control to ensure tooling consistency and on-time production.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in tool rooms, proven supervision experience, strong blueprint reading, GD&T, and CNC machining knowledge. CAD/CAM software familiarity and Lean expertise are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a tool room environment.
• Proven experience in supervising and leading a team.
• Strong proficiency in blueprint reading, GD&T, and precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated expertise in operating and programming CNC machinery (mills, lathes, EDMs).
• Solid understanding of various tooling materials, heat treatment processes, and surface finishes.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software for tool design and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train tool room personnel on safety procedures and equipment operation.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tools, dies, and machinery.
• Manage inventory of spare parts, raw materials, and consumables, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Implement and enforce quality control procedures for manufactured tools and components.
• Collaborate with production and engineering departments to optimize tool design and performance.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for all tool room equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies within the tool room.
• Analyze tool performance data to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

CNC machining

CNC programming

Tooling materials

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Tool Room Supervisor | Portage, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $98,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented 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 advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Portage 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 partnering with organizations in Portage that are seeking Tool Room Supervisors. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and train tool room personnel on safety procedures and equipment operation.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tools, dies, and machinery.
• Manage inventory of spare parts, raw materials, and consumables, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Implement and enforce quality control procedures for manufactured tools and components.
• Collaborate with production and engineering departments to optimize tool design and performance.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for all tool room equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies within the tool room.
• Analyze tool performance data to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a tool room environment.
• Proven experience in supervising and leading a team.
• Strong proficiency in blueprint reading, GD&T, and precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated expertise in operating and programming CNC machinery (mills, lathes, EDMs).
• Solid understanding of various tooling materials, heat treatment processes, and surface finishes.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software for tool design and manufacturing.

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, particularly Spanish.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tooling Supervisor, Machine Shop Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, CNC Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Shop Foreman, Production Supervisor, Machining Supervisor, Tool and Die Supervisor, 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.