Job Description

Tool Room Manager

Location: Mundelein, IL (On-Site)

Industry: Automotive Manufacturing

Compensation: $110,000 – $130,000 annually

Bonus: Eligible for annual discretionary bonus. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.

Position Overview

The Tool Room Manager will oversee department performance, tooling readiness, labor efficiency, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize tool room operations, tooling construction, and process parameters
• Schedule workload and personnel to meet production demands
• Monitor labor efficiency, tooling costs, and department KPIs
• Oversee preventative maintenance of dies, molds, and equipment
• Support new product introduction and launch activities
• Enforce Control Plans and ISO/IATF standards
• Lead Lean initiatives including 5S implementation
• Recommend capital equipment purchases and staffing adjustments
• Ensure on-time delivery to downstream operations
• Develop team members and conduct performance evaluations
• Maintain safety and environmental compliance

Qualifications

• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred
• 8+ years of Tool & Die or injection molding experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing/tool room environment
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of stamping, injection molding, machining, and tool build/repair
• CAD/CAM experience preferred
• Understanding of ISO/IATF 16949 standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) of 2–3 weeks in the first year (negotiable based on experience)
• Additional paid holidays in accordance with company policy

About the Organization

This is a growing manufacturing organization with a global footprint. The company emphasizes operational excellence, employee development, and long-term stability.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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