Tooling Program Lead – Dies & Stamping (Onsite)

International; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

International is seeking a Tool and Die Manager-Engineer with stamping experience to oversee multi-million-dollar tooling across its full lifecycle, from pre-production through service. The role entails managing costs, quality, and timing while partnering with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with at least five years of relevant experience, strong stamping dies/tooling/manufacturing knowledge (auto preferred), and proven project management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years of relevant tooling/engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in stamping dies, tooling, or manufacturing (auto preferred).
• Experience in leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to manage multi-million-dollar tooling programs through full lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end tooling process, including financials, design reviews, construction, try-outs, commissioning, and build support to meet cost, quality, and timing targets.
• Partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to drive alignment, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure program success.
• Oversee procurement, planning, inventory, and vendor performance.

Skills

Stamping dies

Tooling

Manufacturing

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

International is seeking a Tool and Die Manager-Engineer with stamping experience to oversee multi-million-dollar tooling across its full lifecycle, from pre-production through service. The role entails managing costs, quality, and timing while partnering with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with at least five years of relevant experience, strong stamping dies/tooling/manufacturing knowledge (auto preferred), and proven project management