Tool & Die Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

If you've built a career in Tool & Die and enjoy leading by example, mentoring others, and solving the problems that keep production moving, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

We're recruiting for a hands-on Tool & Die Foreman with a well-established automotive stamping manufacturer. This isn't a desk job. We're looking for someone who still enjoys rolling up their sleeves, working alongside the team, and taking ownership of the work.

If you're ready to put your experience to work in a leadership role where your knowledge and decision-making truly matter, we'd like to talk with you.

• Lead the day-to-day activities of the tool room while remaining hands-on
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain progressive, transfer, and line dies
• Support prototype tooling, engineering changes, and production requirements
• Prioritize tooling repairs to minimize downtime and keep production moving
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and tooling specifications
• Operate manual tool room equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, and related machinery
• Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance to solve complex tooling challenges
• Mentor and support other Tool & Die professionals while promoting quality workmanship

• Extensive Tool & Die experience within automotive stamping
• Previous leadership, Foreman, Lead, or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of progressive, transfer, and line dies
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Blueprint reading and manual machining experience
• Someone who leads by example, communicates well, and takes pride in producing quality work

• 1st Shift
• Monday-Friday, 5:00am-3:30pm
• Regular overtime (typically 10-16 hours per week)
• Saturdays as production requires

• Direct Hire
• Competitive hourly pay
• Blue Care Network medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a 75% company match on employee contributions up to 4%
• Supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and life insurance

You should be proficient in:

• Metal Stamping & Forming (Progressive Die)
• Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience