Tooling Manager

G&W Electric Co.

. Manage Tooling Engineering and Toolroom activities and projects supporting safety, quality, delivery and cost metrics .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeBolingbrook • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $111,828 - $151,668 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Tooling Engineering and Toolroom management, with a strong focus on mold design, tooling improvement projects, and problem-solving methodologies. Capable of mentoring teams and managing cross-functional collaborations to achieve quality and cost metrics.

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Tooling Engineering Management3D Drafting Software ProficiencyRoot Cause AnalysisSix Sigma CertificationMold Design and Development

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Hard Skills

Tooling EngineeringMold Design3D Drafting SoftwareSimulation SoftwareStatistical AnalysisGage R&R TrialsA/B TestingMaterial Flow AnalysisTool Design ImprovementsProject Management

Soft Skills

MentoringProblem-SolvingCollaborationLeadershipMotivation

Tools & Technologies

Manufacturing Engineering PresentationsVisual Tooling Maintenance SystemsData Management SystemsEngineering Documentation

Certifications & Qualifications

Six SigmaRed X Certification

Industry Keywords

ToolingMold DevelopmentReaction Injection MoldingSilicone MoldingEpoxy MoldingNew Product DevelopmentCost Reduction InitiativesQuality MetricsEngineering StandardsE-Verify Process

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage Tooling Engineering and Toolroom activities and projects supporting safety, quality, delivery and cost metrics
Manage Tooling Engineers supporting mold designs, machines, manual and automated operations, and new product development
Define and execute tooling improvement projects, ensuring tool delivery meets product specifications, best practices, and timelines
Drive revision control and data management for existing and new designs
Lead cost reduction and quality problem-solving initiatives
Create sustainable processing methods and mistake-proofing solutions
Establish and maintain specifications for molding tooling, machine-related parts, and operation fixtures
Collaborate with the NPD Team to verify design for manufacturability
Maintain engineering documents, including solid models, assemblies, prints, and revisions
Prioritize and direct tooling maintenance and repair activities based on production scheduling
Mentor the team on structured problem solving, Gage R&R trials, A/B testing, and statistical analysis
Lead and support the Tooling PM program
Lead tool design improvements and changes
Create and manage a visual tooling maintenance scheduling and tracking system
Hire, train, mentor, and develop engineers and support staff
Maintain department quality and performance metrics
Write performance reviews, resolve departmental issues, review and write reports, approve expenditures, and enforce rules
Recommend, plan, and direct installation of new equipment
Communicate and collaborate with managers and other departments
Prepare and deliver Manufacturing Engineering presentations
Ensure mold designs are correct and manufacturable
Manage project scope, schedule, cost, risk, resources, and changes
Work with outside vendors for tooling repairs and external work
Establish, track, and manage key project performance metrics
Support training on EMS procedures, work instructions, standard work, and records
Provide leadership consistent with company and business goals
Develop high-potential talent with plant staff
Drive the Tooling Department through changing demands
Support the Director of North American Molding Technology in achieving departmental goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelors in Mechanical/Industrial/Chemical/Plastics/Polymer Processing/Materials or equivalent experience in Tooling and Mold Development
Prior experience in Tooling Engineering and Toolroom management
Must possess skills to use 3D Drafting Software
Experience running simulation software and concepts of material flow, material cure and characterizing the material for feeding the simulation software
Strong Problem-solving skills with experience using root cause analysis techniques
Ability to mentor, motivate and develop subordinates
Tooling Engineering/Procurement/Design experience
Six sigma, Red X, or other problem-solving certification or experience
Experience working cross-functionally with all levels of the organization structure
Understanding or experience in reaction injection molding / APG / Silicone and Epoxy molding
General Office Environment, PC use
Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less)
Standing
Participation in the E-Verify process for all new hires

Benefits

Comp & perks

Quarterly Incentive Pay Program
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Health club membership program and reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k)
Annual Profit Sharing
Vacation
Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility