Tool Room Supervisor | Paw Paw, MI

Salary Range: $65,000 - $96,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in tool room supervisor? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Paw Paw seeking skilled Tool Room Supervisors.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Paw Paw 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 daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Manage the maintenance, repair, and calibration of all tools and equipment.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality control standards.
• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of toolmakers and technicians.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and procure new tools as needed.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize tool performance and availability.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for tooling.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a tool room environment
• 2+ years experience in a supervisory or lead role
• Proficient in operating and maintaining various machine shop equipment (e.g., lathes, mills, grinders, EDM)
• Strong understanding of tooling design, fabrication, and repair processes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex tooling issues

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CAD/CAM software for tool design and fabrication.
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
• Background in advanced machining techniques (e.g., EDM, CNC multi-axis).
• Strong project management skills with a track record of on-time, on-budget project delivery.
• Ability to train and mentor junior toolmakers.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tooling Supervisor, Machine Shop Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, CNC Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Shop Foreman, Production Supervisor, Tooling Lead, Machining Supervisor

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.