Tool Room Supervisor - St. Johns Area

the-pivot-group-careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network collaborates with manufacturers in St. Johns, MI to identify experienced Tool Room Supervisors. The role oversees daily tool room operations, drives efficiency, and ensures a safe working environment for tooling personnel.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in a tool room, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, plus strong knowledge of machining processes. Read blueprints and GD&T, and support maintenance programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a tool room environment.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs for tool room equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Manage maintenance, repair, and calibration of tools and equipment.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for tooling.
• Supervise and train tool room personnel, ensuring safety and productivity.
• Maintain accurate inventory of tools, spare parts, and consumables.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to optimize tooling for manufacturing processes.

Skills

Tool room supervision

Machining processes

Leadership

Blueprint interpretation

GD&T knowledge

Tools

CNC milling

CNC turning

Grinding

EDM

Job description

Tool Room Supervisor | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $99,000 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 St. Johns 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 collaborating with multiple companies in St. Johns seeking experienced Tool Room Supervisors. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Manage the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tools and equipment.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for tooling.
• Supervise and train tool room personnel, fostering a safe and productive work environment.
• Maintain accurate inventory of tools, spare parts, and consumables.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to optimize tooling for manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies within the tool room.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a tool room environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and materials (e.g., CNC milling, turning, grinding, EDM).
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs for tool room equipment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to train, mentor, and motivate a team.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals we'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.