Manufacturing Tooling Engineer

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Optimal Inc.

Sterling Heights, MI (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/28/2026

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Job Description

Manufacturing Tooling Engineer Optimal Inc. - 3.0 Sterling Heights, MI Job Details Contract 19 hours ago Qualifications Team leadership Tooling design High school diploma or GED Team building

Full Job Description Position Description:

This role is for a machining launch Tooling Engineer. You will work jointly with the headquarters launch team and their suppliers to ensure the incoming machining line is successfully delivered for all key business metrics for long-term success of Ford Motor Company.

Position Duties:

Supporting machining processes with tool development Support implementation of GTSV tool tracking Identify tool dominant features and implement proper control Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity Complete all PPAP quality launch documentation Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products Develop action plans as required to investigate and prioritize open issues and verify corrective actions on internal processes and supplier processes Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Powertrain guidelines Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes Delivering processes and tools for all gear machining operations Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices Ensure compliance with Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards Support

ISO 14001

compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required

Skills Required:

Tooling, Tool design,

Machining, Problem Solving, Good Manufacturing Practices Skills Preferred:

Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Mills Experience Required:

5+ yrs of related experience Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in

ONE FORD

(leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Experience Preferred:

High production machining tool manufacturing Gear blade grinding Programming of Tool Presetters (Royal/Zoller) Effective oral and written communication skills Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience