Tooling Supervisor

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we're transforming the Medical Device Industry through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you'll be empowered to make a real impact-on your career, your community, and the world around you.


Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Salary Range: $108,000 to $132,000 with a 6% bonus

How You'll Make an Impact

As a Tooling Supervisor you'll drive excellence in our tooling function. You will supervise 4 or more technicians and establish ensure tooling for extrusion production can be effectively executed. In this role, you will:

• Schedule, monitor, and perform tool cleaning and inspection activities and preventative maintenance required work for all extrusion tooling and associated equipment.
• Manage work assignments for all team members and provide guidance on standard work and best practices to accomplish assigned workload.
• Ensure proper assembly of tooling components and pre-assemblies (to support SMED).
• Troubleshoot, repair, and improve tooling to meet production needs and customer expectations of cost, quality, and delivery of new and existing products.
• Identify, procure, and maintain critical spare parts inventory to ensure no disruptions to Production are experienced.
• Work closely with operations and engineering to develop/improve processes that better help meet production tooling needs.
• Support continuous improvement, scrap reduction, new product development and other engineering-led activities. Participate in kaizen events as requested.
• Support flawless tooling delivery activities to ensure Production is not delayed in meeting their production schedules.
• Train tooling technicians to improve their skill level in performance of their assigned job responsibilities.
• Supervise assigned team members for attendance and teamwork to ensure adequate coverage is provided.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Associate's Degree in a related technical field or equivalent practical experience. Candidates without a degree must demonstrate 5 years of progressive experience in tooling, machining, or manufacturing environments, including hands-on technical competency.
• Experience leading teams.
• Experience interpreting sketches, blueprints and shop drawings for others.
• Experience training other team members
• Experience making decisions and leading others in a fast-paced environment with some ambiguity.
• Experience communicating with others with a focus on continuous improvement combined with "can do" attitude.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

• Experience Supervising in a Tool Room or Maintenance Environment
• 4 year Bachelors Degree in a STEM field
• Medical device manufacturing experience.

Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol, we're committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work-whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards
• The employee will occasionally be subject to, working in high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outdoor weather conditions, but rarely (if ever) be exposed to extreme cold or heat (non-weather) or wet/humid (non weather) conditions, travel on company business. The noise level is considered loud (normal shop conditions).
• The employee will be required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as: safety glasses in the designated areas, hairnet/beard net and jumpsuit when on the production floor, gloves when handling hot objects or solvents, earplugs when required and steel-toed shoes (preferred)

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
  Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

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Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You. For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions-from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems -are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world's toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world-brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future. We win because of you. Let's build the future together.