Tooling Manager

ConMet is seeking a Tooling Manager for our plastic injection molding facility in Canton, North Carolina.

Our tooling manager provides trouble shooting support, leadership, and direction to the technicians in the Tooling Department within the facility.

This role requires working in a manufacturing environment (not hybrid or remote).  For non-local candidates, you must be open to relocation (relocation assistance is available). 

What You will DO:


* Trouble shoot injection mold tooling in the press and determine appropriate repair plan.


* Coordinate the interval refurbishments of injection mold tooling on site. 


* Lead, quote, and visit local outside tooling vendors to complete more complex work/repairs that cannot be done in house.


* Provide direction and deliver relevant training and coaching, to ensure employees are appropriately educated within the department.


* Report out progress, roadblocks, successes, and open issues in daily morning meetings.


* Study existing manufacturing operations and processes to identify opportunities to drive out waste and improve profitability.


* Develop common work standards, as well as the identification and reapplication of best practices.


* Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the Tooling Department. 

What You Need to be Successful:


* Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in a related technical or engineering discipline preferred.  Experience (10+ years) as an injection mold journeyman with injection molding experience is also suitable replacement for degree.


* Four to eight years of tooling and continuous improvement leadership experience.


* Experience in troubleshooting and managing tooling in large industrial business.


* Expert Knowledge on GD&T and proficient in using AutoCAD/PRO E, 3-D modeling software.

About ConMet

ConMet, a division of Amsted Industries, is a leading global supplier of wheel hubs, aluminum castings, and structural plastics to original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket channels in the commercial vehicle industry.

Founded in 1964, ConMet innovation has been critical in designing, engineering, and manufacturing revolutionary technologies for trucks and trailers.

Today, ConMet products are standard equipment on most heavy-duty vehicles in North America and have a growing footprint worldwide.

Compensation & Benefits  


* Targeted annual bonus is based on company performance to objectives during the fiscal plan year which runs from October 1 – September 30.


* Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability protection.


* Vacation plan – ConMet offers exempt employees a paid vacation benefit that provides the flexibility to take time off from work based on factors including good discretion, sound performance, and consideration of overall team and business needs.


* ConMet offers an extremely strong retirement pa...