Engineered Profiles LLC
Tool Shop Supervisor
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Columbus, OH, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- High school diploma or GED required; technical certificate or degree preferred.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in tool & die, with strong skills in CNC and EDM operations.
- A minimum of 3 years of leadership, team lead, or supervisory experience (formal or informal).
- Proficient in reading blueprints, CAD drawings, and precision measuring instruments.
- Skilled in machining tight tolerances and working with tool steels and die components.
- Basic computer skills for reporting, documentation, and inventory tracking.
Nice to have
- Experience in job shop manufacturing.
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM (Camworks) and ERP(IQMS).
Full description
Department: Tooling
Reports To: Tooling Manager
Location: Columbus
Job Type: Full-time, Hourly
Benefits:
- 3 medical plans to choose from.
- Optional voluntary benefits – Dental, Vision, Life, Accident insurance and more. The company pays for a portion of these benefits.
- 401k Retirement Plan- Company matching.
- Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus.
- Casual Dress Code (Jeans, t-shirts, shorts, sweatshirts... ect)
- Paid Time Off- Prorated during employees first year of employment.
- Annual $100 shoe allowance for safety toed shoes.
- Matrix- Employee Assistance Program.
Job Summary:
The Tool Shop Supervisor is responsible for supervising and participating in the day-to-day operations of the die shop. This is a working supervisor with hands-on work with CNC machines, EDM, and conventional machining equipment. The role requires a strong technical background in tooling and machining, along with leadership skills to guide a team of skilled tradespeople. This is a hands-on supervisory role ideal for someone who leads by example.
Key Responsibilities:Supervision & Team Leadership
- Lead a team of die makers, CNC machinists, and EDM operators.
- Assign daily tasks and managing work priorities to meet production needs.
- Train and mentor team members on safe and efficient machining practices.
- Monitor work quality and ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards.
- Provide hands-on support and guidance in complex or urgent repair situations.
Coordination & Communication
- Collaborate with production, engineering, process, and quality departments to ensure tooling readiness.
- Communicate status of tooling jobs, die repairs, and preventive maintenance.
- Coordinate die cleaning and preparation schedules to align with production requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and part usage.
Safety & Continuous Improvement
- Ensure all team members follow safety procedures and proper machine operation protocols.
- Promote a clean and organized shop through 5S and lean practices.
- Identify and implement improvements in tooling processes, equipment, or workflow.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Hands-On Technical Work
- Perform setup, machining, and repair of tooling using CNC, EDM, milling, grinding, and manual machines.
- Troubleshoot and repair dies to ensure proper function and minimal downtime.