Foundry Tooling Manager

Job Summary:

Under the
direction of the VP of Cast Products, the Foundry Tooling Manager will lead and
oversee all tooling -related activities within the foundry, ensuring the
efficient design, manufacturing, maintenance, and optimization of tooling for both
airset patterns, and investment wax tools. This role is responsible for
managing the schedule and production of tooling and supervising a team of tooling
personnel, driving best practices, and ensuring high -quality, cost -effective
tooling solutions that meet production requirements.  THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE POSITION IN THE $100 -115K RANGE.

Essential Duties
and Responsibilities:

This list of
duties and responsibilities is not all‑inclusive and may be expanded to include
other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to
time.

Leadership &
Oversight

• Supervise
  and mentor Pattern Makers, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and
  productivity standards.
  
• Assign
  work priorities and manage workloads to meet project timelines and
  production schedules. 
  

Tooling Strategy
& Planning

• Develop
  and implement tooling strategies to optimize manufacturing processes and
  reduce costs.
  
• Ensure
  materials and resources for tooling are available on time for production
  needs. 
  

Technical
Expertise

• Oversee
  the design, fabrication, and maintenance of tooling for investment and wax
  molding processes.
  
• Review
  and approve CAD/CAM programs, including Fusion360 and Simplify 3D, for
  tooling operations.
  
• Ensure
  proper setup and assembly of tooling for machining operations.
  

Quality &
Continuous Improvement

• Establish
  and enforce quality standards for tooling and patterns.
  
• Drive
  continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tooling efficiency,
  accuracy, and durability.
  
• Conduct
  root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling -related
  issues.
  

Collaboration
& Communication

• Work
  closely with engineering and design teams to optimize tooling designs for
  manufacturability.
  
• Communicate
  effectively with production, procurement, and project management teams to
  align tooling activities with business objectives. 
  

Training &
Development

• Provide
  technical training and mentorship to Pattern Makers and other team
  members.
  
• Stay
  current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in
  tooling and pattern making.
  

Administrative
Responsibilities

• Maintain
  accurate records, documentation, and reports related to tooling projects
  and inventory.
  
• Manage
  tooling budgets and monitor cost performance.
  

Culture &
Engagement

• Promote and
  uphold Company culture and Core Values through professional conduct,
  communication, and decision‑making.
  
• Foster a
  positive, respectful work environment that supports engagement and
  operational excellence.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Strong
  leadership and organizational skills with a proven ability to manage teams
  and projects.
  
• Extensive
  knowledge of foundry tooling processes, pattern making, and machining
  operations.
  
• Proficiency
  in CAD/CAM software (Fusion360, Simplify 3D) and familiarity with CNC and
  3D printing technologies.
  
• Excellent
  problem -solving skills and ability to interpret technical drawings and
  specifications.
  
• Effective
  communication and collaboration skills across multiple departments.
  

Education and
Experience:

• Bachelor’s
  degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related
  field preferred (or equivalent experience).
  
• Minimum
  of 7 -10 years of experience in tooling, pattern making, or foundry
  operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
  
• Demonstrated
  success in managing tooling projects and leading technical teams in a
  manufacturing environment.
  

Benefits