Tooling Process Engineering Manager: Lead Innovate Optimize

Scherdel Sales & Technology, Inc.; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SCHERDEL Sales & Technology, Inc. is seeking a Tooling Process Engineering Manager to lead design, development, and lifecycle management of manufacturing tooling across North America, based in Muskegon, MI.

Up to 50% travel is expected while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure standards, safety, and innovation. The role focuses on strategic tooling excellence, leadership of Tooling Managers, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement in tooling design, materials, and build

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on tooling design, manufacturing processes, or shop floor engineering.
• 2+ years direct supervisory experience.
• Ability to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead NA regional tooling strategies aligned with company goals and global standards.
• Lead and develop Tooling Managers and Supervisors with coaching and leadership development.
• Ensure compliance with tooling quality, production timelines, and cost efficiency across North America.
• Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, and project teams for launches and tooling solutions.
• Drive standardization and best practices for tooling operations, systems, and KPIs.
• Oversee capital tooling projects and risk mitigation plans across NA.

Skills

Tool & Die Design

Machining & Forming

Quality Control

Maintenance Planning

Lean Manufacturing

Cost Analysis

Data-Driven Decisions

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Bihler Technology

Job description

SCHERDEL Sales & Technology, Inc. is seeking a Tooling Process Engineering Manager to lead design, development, and lifecycle management of manufacturing tooling across North America, based in Muskegon, MI.

Up to 50% travel is expected while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure standards, safety, and innovation. The role focuses on strategic tooling excellence, leadership of Tooling Managers, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement in tooling design, materials, and build