Tool Room Supervisor - Traverse City Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an experienced Tool Room Supervisor for opportunities in Traverse City, MI. This role oversees tool room staff, tooling maintenance, inventory, and safety in a manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have 5+ years in tool room settings, 2+ years supervising, and strong skills in blueprints, machining, metrology, and CNC. Competitive salary range $67,000-$99,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in tool room, with 2+ years in supervision.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and metrology.
• Experience with CNC programming and operation.
• Proven leadership to foster safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise tool room staff, including training, performance management, and scheduling.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and calibration of tooling and equipment.
• Manage inventory of tools, spare parts, and consumables.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols in the tool room.
• Maintain tooling specifications, maintenance logs, and usage records.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to support operations.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement to reduce costs.

Skills

Tool room experience

Supervisory experience

Blueprint reading

Machining/metrology knowledge

CNC programming/operation

Leadership & safety culture

Education

Associate degree or technical equivalent

Job description

Tool Room Supervisor | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $99,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in tool room supervisor? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Traverse City, seeking experienced Tool Room Supervisors to strengthen their teams.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise tool room staff, including training, performance management, and scheduling.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tooling and equipment.
• Manage inventory of tools, spare parts, and consumables, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures within the tool room.
• Develop and maintain accurate records of tooling specifications, maintenance logs, and usage.
• Collaborate with production and engineering departments to support manufacturing operations and new product development.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize tool room efficiency and reduce costs.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years experience in a tool room environment, with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of various machining processes, tooling, and metrology.
• Experience with CNC programming and operation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tooling Supervisor, Machine Shop Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, CNC Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Shop Foreman, Production Supervisor, Tool Room Manager, Metrology 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.