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Tool Room Manager

Matthews Professional Employment

Lake Forest, Illinois

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Toolroom Manager

We are seeking an experienced Toolroom Manager to oversee daily toolroom operations, lead a team of toolmakers, and ensure tooling is properly maintained to support production. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with strong tool and die expertise who can develop employees, manage apprentices, and improve toolroom efficiency.

Requirements of the Toolroom Manager

  • 10+ years of experience in a toolroom, tool and die, or related manufacturing environment
  • Previous supervisory or management experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of manual and CNC machining equipment and EDM
  • Experience with CAD software
  • Experience training and developing toolmakers or apprentices preferred
  • Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and communication skills
  • Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards

Responsibilities of the Toolroom Manager

  • Oversee daily toolroom operations, including tooling maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting
  • Lead, mentor, and train toolmakers while promoting a safe and productive work environment
  • Manage the toolmaker apprenticeship program, providing hands-on training and guidance
  • Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules to minimize production downtime
  • Manage tooling inventory and coordinate the purchasing of equipment, materials, and spare parts
  • Partner with Engineering and Production to resolve tooling issues and support continuous improvement
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and company safety procedures


1st shift, DIRECT HIRE

Pay is $130,000 - $140,000 annually, based on experience



If you have an open application with Matthews Professional Employment, Inc., please express your interest in this position to your consultant

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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