Senior Corporate Tooling ManagerROLE:Designing pattern gating utilizing foundry casting principles and casting simulation software to produce parts consistent with plant quality and production goals.
RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIES:- Answer questions on tooling builds and solutions to fix mistakes.
- Fill in areas of tooling engineering that are behind or on vacations.
- Quote rapid proto work for plants.
- Lead tooling improvement cost reduction projects (EVC/VCP development).
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:- Minimum 12 years of experience designing/building tooling.
- Gating/riser experience.
- Experience managing employees.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, tooling design, or related field required, masters preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of VMM, core, and mill room tooling.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprint drawings.
- Ability to work with and lead a team of multiple disciplines.
- Ability to read and understand cost sheets.
- Working knowledge of cast iron metallurgy.
- Understanding of tool steels and their heat treatments.
- Must possess good written and oral communication skills.
- Employ critical thinking, logic, and reasoning to troubleshoot and solve problems.
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:- Prepare and present performance reviews.
- Oversee safety and 6s programs.
- Oversee training program.
- Training other personnel as required.
- Ensure department profitability/VCP goals are met.
EQUIPMENT USED:- Autodesk Powershape
- Autodesk Inventor
- Creo
- Magmasoft
- Polyworks
- Geomagic DesignX
- Overhead hoist
- Forklift
WORK ENVIRONMENT:- Office with time on the shop floor.
If selected for consideration, candidates must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, reference check/verification, and a pre-employment drug screen.BENEFITS:Waupaca Foundry offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, vision
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Employer funded retirement plan
- Paid vacations/holidays
- Wellness program
- Fitness membership
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Employer supported career development, including tuition reimbursement
