Tool and Die Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Tool and Die Manager

Tool and Die Manager

Location: St. Louis, MO
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 (Based on Experience)

Position Overview
Lead the tool and die department, overseeing design, build, repair and maintenance of production tooling, dies and molds. Ensure on-time delivery of accurate, durable tooling while managing shop operations, staff and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, production and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and prioritize tooling projects; manage day-to-day shop operations
• Supervise and develop toolmakers, machinists and technicians
• Oversee die/mold design, build and repair to spec; ensure quality standards for setup, programming and inspection
• Coordinate CNC, EDM/wire EDM, lathe and manual machining
• Partner with engineering on tool design, DFMEA and production launches
• Manage budgets, capital projects, spare tooling inventory and vendors
• Drive continuous improvement and root cause analysis to cut downtime, cost and scrap
• Ensure safety, environmental and quality compliance (ISO/TS)
• Support injection molding and stamping programs; handle quick-turn repairs
• Maintain tooling documentation in ERP/PDM

Qualifications

• 5+ years in tool & die/manufacturing
• 2+ years supervisory experience
• Hands-on expertise in tool/die construction, repair and mold design
• Proficient in CNC programming, EDM/wire EDM, lathe/milling, precision measurement
• Skilled in reading tooling drawings, GD&T, and CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Strong troubleshooting, leadership and vendor management skills
• Associate degree/technical diploma in Tool & Die or related field, or equivalent apprenticeship
• Preferred: broader exposure to tool design, molding and machining roles; familiarity with ISO/TS, ERP/MRP and MS Office

Candidates who answer the skills and questions will be the first applicants reviewed!

Benefits

Full Benefits Included

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/15/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$65000 - $75000 USD per year