Manager, Tooling

Job Description
Manager, Tooling (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Manufacturing - Experienced

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS, CONDITIONS, AND COMPETENCIES


To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the listed items satisfactorily

Job Title: Manager,


Tooling

Job Summary:


Manages the design and development of tools and machinery to facilitate and optimize

manufacturing processes. Leads design reviews to determine tooling concepts, design options, testing

plans, and specifications. Provides expert input to resolve design issues and innovate solutions. Oversees

the design, fabrication, sourcing, and procurement of fixtures, jigs, gauges, cutting and forming tools


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carts, racks, and other items to support production. Ensures design documentation and models for the


fabrication of tools are accurately prepared. Controls budgets, costs, resource allocation, and materials

required for tools.

Develop, Implement and Maintain overall tooling management organization.


Optimize tool, tool design and CNC program control.


Ensure that Tool Design Standards are developed and maintained.


Develop and implement the tool recycle and maintenance process.


Create, direct, and promote process, procedure, and action plans.


Attend engineering and/or management meetings and provide necessary input and guidance.


Interface with vendors and Purchasing department in selection of tools and various materials. Review project status with management as required.


Other duties as assigned.


Essential Job Functions:

Minimum Position


Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.


Education and Experience


Bachelors degree in mechanical, industrial or manufacturing engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


Minimum of 5 years in a management role preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands


Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform and accomplish tasks. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.


Mental Demands


Working knowledge of Microsoft Office


Understanding of document and date control as it relates to CNC programs and tool designs Understanding of configuration management


Working Conditions


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to both office and plant environments. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.


Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.


Travel and overtime are required when necessary.


Operational


Excellence


Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.


Quality Assurance


Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance.


Ensures adherence to Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies.


Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures.


Compliance


Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.


Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.


Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.


Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.


Communicates


Effectively


Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form.


Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees, suppliers, and customers.


Decision Quality


Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables.


Optimizes Work Processes


Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.


Attention to Detail


Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks.


Drives Results


Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances.


Teamwork


Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.


Please note - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required.


American with Disability Act Requirements: External and Internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required.

Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.


At this time, Piper Aircraft is not sponsoring employees seeking an immigrant visa (green card) or non-immigrant visa, such as L-1A, L-1B, H-1B, O-1, or TN visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.


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