Tooling Manager – Mold Reliability & Optimization

Creative Liquid Coatings, Inc.; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Liquid Coatings, Inc. is seeking a senior Tooling Manager to lead tooling operations across injection molds, fixtures, and related equipment.

You will partner with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and external suppliers to drive reliability, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring safety and compliance. This role requires strong leadership and hands-on tooling expertise to align strategies with production needs.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of tooling, mold maintenance, or tooling engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3–5 years of leadership or management experience in tooling or manufacturing operations.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tooling prints, CAD models, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement tooling strategies that support operational and business objectives.
• Oversee mold maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, modifications, and changeover support.
• Lead tooling readiness for new product launches and transfers.
• Coordinate with Engineering on tooling design reviews and process optimization.
• Maintain preventive/predictive maintenance programs and tooling records.
• Manage tooling budgets, supplier relations, and vendor services.

Job description

Creative Liquid Coatings, Inc. is seeking a senior Tooling Manager to lead tooling operations across injection molds, fixtures, and related equipment.

You will partner with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and external suppliers to drive reliability, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring safety and compliance. This role requires strong leadership and hands-on tooling expertise to align strategies with production needs.