
Tool & Die Manager
- Saint Paul, MN
- $115,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead and supervise the tool & die team, assigning work priorities and fostering skill development.
- Oversee the design, fabrication, modification, and repair of metal stamping tooling.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to support manufacturing needs and troubleshoot issues.
- Manage tooling inventory, procurement, and budget controls.
- Ensure tooling meets quality, safety, and compliance standards.
- Identify and implement process improvements to boost productivity and reduce costs.
- Maintain accurate tooling records, documentation, and reporting.
- Mentor and train team members to improve technical skills and safety awareness.
- High school diploma or equivalent (technical degree a plus).
- 7+ years of experience in metal stamping tool & die making.
- 3+ years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing setting.
- Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, blueprint reading, and tooling fabrication.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and quality control principles.
- Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
- Hands-on expertise with both manual and CNC machining, tooling repairs, and quality inspections.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move frequently throughout the shift.
- Lift up to 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally).
- Good vision and manual dexterity for detailed work.