Tool Room Manager

$96,293 - $101,257/Yr

Ajulia Executive Search - Hayward, CA

Full-time

Remote - Hayward, CA

101-250 employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Tool Room Manager position at Ajulia Executive Search involves overseeing the operations of the tool room in a rapidly growing firm specializing in plastic injection molding. The role focuses on ensuring timely tool availability, addressing tooling-related problems, and implementing strategies for continuous improvement while managing multiple projects and resources efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and address tooling-related problems, conducting root cause analysis to implement effective solutions.
• Review repair orders and production schedules to ensure timely tool availability and alignment with production commitments.
• Oversee tool room operations, prioritize tooling requirements, and coordinate activities to meet production schedules and quality standards.
• Address operational and manufacturing challenges to minimize costs and prevent delays in production.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure tool room efficiency, quality, and performance.
• Implement strategies for cost reduction, continuous improvement, and process excellence, aligning them with departmental objectives.
• Develop, update, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and compliance in tooling practices.
• Organize, store, and retrieve tooling data to maintain accurate records and facilitate informed decision-making.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and at required performance standards.
• Identify training needs, provide internal coaching, and arrange external training programs to enhance mold-making skills and support business objectives.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, defining deliverables, milestones, and timelines to ensure successful execution.
• Balance available resources to meet production and tooling needs efficiently.
• Ensure tooling processes adhere to regulatory standards and company policies.
• Work closely with the engineering team to incorporate features into new tooling that enhance product longevity and performance.
• Assist with resolving inter-departmental issues by designing, repairing, or manufacturing auxiliary equipment as needed.
• Support the identification and resolution of process-related issues that may impact tooling or production efficiency.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of tooling systems, mold-making, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex operational issues.
• Experience in managing projects, including timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to guide teams and collaborate across departments.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to develop and implement effective training programs.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance within manufacturing operations.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with tooling systems (1 year preferred)

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Stock options
• Paid PTO
• Tuition reimbursement
• Tuition assistance