Tool Room Supervisor | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $68,000 - $100,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in St. Johns seeking Tool Room Supervisors.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across St. Johns seeking Tool Room Supervisors who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficient management of tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Supervise and train tool room personnel, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures within the tool room environment.
• Manage inventory of tooling, including tracking, stocking, and reordering to prevent shortages.
• Coordinate the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tooling to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Collaborate with engineering and production departments to understand tooling needs and provide timely solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of tool usage, repair history, and inventory levels.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to tool room efficiency and cost reduction.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in tool room operations and management.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tool fabrication, and maintenance.
• Excellent leadership and team supervision skills.
• Proficiency in inventory management and control of tooling assets.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
• - Proficiency in inventory management software and ERP systems
• - Knowledge of calibration procedures and metrology equipment
• - Familiarity with preventative maintenance scheduling and execution

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Crib Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Machine Shop Supervisor, Production Support Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Inventory Control Supervisor, Equipment Manager, Facilities Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor, Tooling Manager, Production Supervisor, Assembly Supervisor, Fabrication Supervisor, Metalworking Supervisor, Machining Supervisor, Industrial Supervisor, Plant Supervisor, Warehouse Supervisor

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.