Tooling Support Supervisor

Oculus Group; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oculus Group is recruiting a Tooling Support Supervisor for a metal stamping manufacturer, overseeing Tool Room operations, maintenance, and process improvements. The role is well suited for a skilled Tool & Die professional advancing into leadership with provided training.

Responsibilities include coordinating operations, diagnosing tooling issues, partnering with engineering, and managing tooling purchases and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in toolmaking, Tool & Die, or Tool Room operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Familiarity with replacement parts, tooling procurement, and vendor coordination.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Preferred Journeyman Tool & Die certification or degree in engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily Tool Room operations, including staffing, scheduling, safety, and quality.
• Diagnose tooling issues, oversee repairs, and implement corrective actions to minimize production downtime.
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve tooling performance and production efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to reduce setup times, extend tool life, and improve processes.
• Manage tooling purchases, replacement parts, and vendor relationships.
• Provide technical guidance and training to Tool Room personnel.
• Support equipment improvement initiatives and maintain departmental cost controls.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Leadership potential

Education

Journeyman Tool & Die certification or engineering degree

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Oculus Group is recruiting a Tooling Support Supervisor for an established metal stamping manufacturer. This position oversees Tool Room operations, supports production requirements, and ensures tooling reliability through effective troubleshooting, maintenance, and process improvement.

The opportunity is well suited for a skilled Tool & Die professional interested in advancing into leadership. Previous supervisory experience is preferred but not required, as training and development will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily Tool Room operations, including staffing, scheduling, safety, and quality.
• Diagnose tooling issues, oversee repairs, and implement corrective actions to minimize production downtime.
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve tooling performance and production efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to reduce setup times, extend tool life, and improve processes.
• Manage tooling purchases, replacement parts, and vendor relationships.
• Provide technical guidance and training to Tool Room personnel.
• Support equipment improvement initiatives and maintain departmental cost controls.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in toolmaking, Tool & Die, or Tool Room operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of tooling diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Familiarity with replacement parts, tooling procurement, and vendor coordination.
• Effective communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with metal stamping dies and pressroom operations.
• Previous supervisory, team lead, or employee training experience.
• Journeyman Tool & Die certification or degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Familiarity with CAD, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Excel.

This position operates in a manufacturing environment with exposure to industrial equipment, noise, and elevated temperatures. Duties may involve prolonged standing, bending, reaching, handling tooling components, and frequently lifting up to 50 pounds.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Oculus Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available during the recruitment process.