Manager, Tooling (Full Time)

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We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law. Are you a current Piper Employee? If yes click here. Current openings Back to Category List Available Positions > Job Description Manager ToolingFull TimeDepartment: All Openings Manufacturing - ExperiencedESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES / QUALIFICATIONS / CONDITIONS AND COMPETENCIES To perform the job successfully an individual must be able to perform the listed items satisfactorily. Job Title: Manager Tooling Job Summary: Manages the design and development of tools and machinery to facilitate and optimize manufacturing processes. Leads design reviews to determine tooling concepts design options testing plans and specifications. Provides expert input to resolve design issues and innovate solutions. Oversees the design fabrication sourcing and procurement of fixtures jigs gauges cutting and forming tools carts racks and other items to support production. Ensures design documentation and models for the fabrication of tools are accurately prepared. Controls budgets costs resource allocation and materials required for tools. Develop Implement and Maintain overall tooling management organization. Optimize tool tool design and CNC program control. Ensure that Tool Design Standards are developed and maintained. Develop and implement the tool recycle and maintenance process. Create direct and promote process procedure and action plans. Attend engineering andor management meetings and provide necessary input and guidance. Interface with vendors and Purchasing department in selection of tools and various materials. Review project status with management as required. Other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions / Minimum Position Qualifications To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill andor ability required. Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in mechanical industrial or manufacturing engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 5 years in a management role preferably in a manufacturing environment. Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform and accomplish tasks. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs. Mental Demands: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Understanding of document and date control as it relates to CNC programs and tool designs. Understanding of configuration management. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to both office and plant environments. May be exposed to odors chemical agents dust fumes gases sharp objects hazardous or moving equipment wet slippery floors and extremes in temperature and humidity. Interacts regularly with various staff and employees and occasionally with vendors suppliers community members and regulatory agency representatives. Travel and overtime are required when necessary. Operational Excellence: Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services continuous improvement efforts and training programs. Quality Assurance: Maintains a safe orderly working environment including FOD compliance. Ensures adherence to Piper Aircraft Inc. corporate compliance policies. Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures. Compliance: Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws rules and regulations appropriate to job function. Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices. Work ethically and with integrity upholds organizational values. Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures OSHA and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment PPE behaviors physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures. Communicate Effectively: Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form. * Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees suppliers and customers. Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables. Optimizes Work Processes: Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done with a focus on continuous improvement. Attention to Detail: Takes responsibility for a thorough accurate and detailed method of completing work tasks. Drives Results: Overcomes adversity consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances. Teamwork: Interacts partners and collaborates effectively with others positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results. * Please note - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required. American with Disability Act Requirements** External and Internal applicants as well as position incumbents must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required. Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion age national origin gender sex gender identity gender expression sexual orientation veteran status disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. At this time Piper Aircraft is not sponsoring employees seeking an immigrant visa green card or non-immigrant visa such as L-1A L-1B H-1B O-1 or TN visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. If you would like to set profiles manage and track your submissions you can register here...or if you already have an account you may login here...or