A Tool and Die Maker builds the tools and dies used to make a variety of products and appliances. Works with mechanical engineers to build and assemble parts according to blueprints.
Tooling Supervisor Viant Medical - 3.2 Chicopee, MA Job Details Full-time Up to $115,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Gym membership Life insurance Qualifications Equipment service recordkeeping Machine tool maintenance Asset management Mold repair (production tasks) Machine maintenance record keeping Mechanical blueprint interpretation Performance improvement leadership 3D CAD modeling Maintaining an organized workspace Defect resolution root cause analysis CNC EDM machine Grinding machine operation Mechanical fabrication Team leadership Operations coordination Defect analysis Machining fixtures 5S Production safety compliance Manufacturing automation Equipment troubleshooting Mid-level High school diploma or GED Manufacturing facility experience Supervising experience Parts drawings Professional development support Medical device manufacturing facility experience Task prioritization Precision measurement in machining
Full Job Description Benefits:
New employees are eligible for the following benefits effective date of hire!
On Demand Pay:
Access your pay as soon as you've earned it! Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective on date of hire Generous paid time off benefits and 11 paid Holidays Company-paid life insurance 401k plan with company match Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits Up to $150-off your gym membership annually Discounted Pet Insurances for your furry friends Employee Discount Program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more Tuition Reimbursement Defined Career Path for advancement in role and compensation We offer market competitive compensation. Potential salary range for this role is $80,00-$115,000 salary wage. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. SUMMARY The Tool Room Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all tool room activities, including mold maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and tooling projects supporting medical device manufacturing. This role provides technical leadership to tool room personnel while ensuring tooling reliability, quality, safety, and on-time support of production operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong mold making and machining experience who can balance daily production support with continuous improvement initiatives and future tooling capability development
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of injection molds, fixtures, EOAT, and production tooling. Coordinate preventive maintenance activities to maximize tooling uptime and performance. Support root cause investigations related to tooling, quality, and production issues. Maintain tooling records, PM schedules, and repair history. Leadership & Coordination Supervise daily activities of Tool Room personnel. Prioritize work requests to support production, validation, and customer requirements. Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, Quality, and EHS departments. Provide technical training and mentorship to toolmakers and apprentices. Machining & Fabrication Operate and oversee CNC mills, EDM equipment, surface grinders, lathes, and manual machining equipment. Manufacture and modify mold components, fixtures, and tooling as required. Review and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications. Continuous Improvement Drive tooling reliability improvements and cost reduction initiatives. Support implementation of tooling asset management systems. Participating in capital equipment and tooling development projects. Identify opportunities to expand internal tooling capabilities and reduce external vendor dependence. Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures. Maintain clean, organized, and efficient tool room operations. Support 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED
High school diploma or equivalent. Journeyman Toolmaker certification or equivalent experience. 10+ years of injection mold tooling experience. Strong experience with mold repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD files. Experience with CNC machining, EDM, grinding, and precision measurement equipment. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications Supervisory or team leadership experience. Medical device manufacturing experience. Experience with hot runner systems and automation tooling. CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred). Experience with tooling asset management systems.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, bend, climb, and work around manufacturing equipment. Ability to safely handle mold components and tooling equipment.
