Our client is a Tier 1 Automotive supplier seeking a Tool Room Manager for their plant in northern Mississippi.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience working with CNC equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Summary: 

As the Tool Room Manager you will manage and optimize the company's tool assets. You will be involved in overseeing and directing all Tool Room operations to improve the efficiency of plant equipment, with a strong focus on safety, cost control, and product quality in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Tasks: 

·       Maintain an accurate inventory of tools, ensuring proper stock levels and organizing the tool room for easy verification of tool locations.

·       Oversee the maintenance and repair of all tooling and equipment, and ensure tools are maintained at the highest level, reporting any abuse.

·       Lead a multi-technical team across multiple shifts, ensuring open and effective communication within the department and with other departments, external contractors, and vendors.

·       Conduct risk assessments and make decisions to uphold high safety standards.

·       Facilitate corrective action and continuous improvement teams.

·       Initiate purchase order requests for component parts and raw materials.

·       Prepare and coordinate tools for outgoing projects.

·       Approve associate timecards daily and ensure accurate completion of all attendance paperwork.

·       Maintain a clean and well-organized tool room environment.

Requirements: 

·       2+ years’ experience working with CNC equipment (lathes, mills, etc)

·       Associate's degree or equivalent years of relevant experience.

·       Knowledge of CNC tooling.

·       Knowledge of Geometric Dimensions & Tolerance (GD&T) CMM measurements.

·       Experience with tool management software.

Perks:

·       25 days of paid time off, 7 paid holidays.

·       Excellent healthcare benefits and 401K.