Toolroom Die Maintenance Supervisor

Imagine Your Day

It’s 6:55 AM in Grand Rapids, MI. You stroll through the toolroom, coffee in hand, scanning the overnight notes. A die from the cold chamber die cast cell needs attention—surface wear on a critical feature. You gather your team, assign the assessment, and within minutes you’re reviewing prints, confirming tolerances, and planning the repair path. By mid-morning, you’re collaborating with engineering to address a recurring issue, and after lunch, you’re updating the repair log and coaching a new technician on best practices. It’s a day driven by precision, teamwork, and the satisfaction of getting production back to peak performance.

What You’ll Lead

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of die repair technicians, setting clear expectations and providing hands-on guidance.
• Own the end-to-end die repair workflow—assessment, planning, execution, verification—and uphold high quality standards.
• Perform routine inspections of dies and completed work to capture improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with engineering and production to troubleshoot die-related concerns and prevent repeat issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation for repairs, preventive maintenance, and tooling/material inventory.
• Reinforce and model safety protocols to meet and exceed industry and site requirements.
• Onboard and train new team members, promoting continuous learning and cross-training.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; a technical certification or related degree is a plus.
• Demonstrated die repair experience and 3+ years leading or supervising a team.
• Background in high pressure die casting and high-production machining is beneficial.
• Deep familiarity with die repair methods, tools, and materials.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to organize, motivate, and hold standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Sharp troubleshooting skills and an eye for detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Commitment to quality and a safety-first mindset.

Proficiencies

• Tool/Die/Mold setup experience
• Blueprint reading
• Microsoft Excel

Machines & Technologies You’ll Use

• Die Cast Machine (Cold Chamber)