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Sharon Tube Company

Tooling Manager

Rochelle, IL · On-site

$126K - $160K/yr

Develop and maintain tooling inventory tracking systems and documentation.* Oversee mill setups to ensure accuracy, safety, and operational efficiency.* Manage offline setup processes to ensure ...

Lakeside Recruiting Solutions

Tooling Manager

Sheboygan, WI · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr (+ commission)

Tooling Manager The Tooling Manager is responsible to oversee the tool engineering department's day ... Lead cost reduction activities as related to tooling costs, uptime, and maintenance. * Develop ...

Zekelman

Tooling Manager

Rochelle, IL

$126K - $160K/yr

Develop and maintain tooling inventory tracking systems and documentation. * Oversee mill setups to ensure accuracy, safety, and operational efficiency. * Manage offline setup processes to ensure ...

Zekelman Industries

Tooling Manager

Rochelle, IL · On-site

$126K - $160K/yr

Develop and maintain tooling inventory tracking systems and documentation. * Oversee mill setups to ensure accuracy, safety, and operational efficiency. * Manage offline setup processes to ensure ...

Charter Automotive

Tooling Manager

Shawano, WI · On-site

This role is primarily responsible for creating and maintaining tooling, patterns, and core boxes in a green sand foundry environment. The Tooling Manager will guide a team of internal Pattern Makers ...

Hendrick Manufacturing

Tooling Manager

Carbondale, PA · On-site

Oversee tool maintenance, new tooling development, and vendor relationships. * Collaborate with production and support departments to troubleshoot tooling issues and minimize downtime. * Manage ...

Etnyre International

Tooling Manager

Carbondale, PA · On-site

Oversee tool maintenance, new tooling development, and vendor relationships. * Collaborate with production and support departments to troubleshoot tooling issues and minimize downtime. * Manage ...

Etnyre International

Tooling Manager

Carbondale, PA · On-site

Oversee tool maintenance, new tooling development, and vendor relationships. * Collaborate with production and support departments to troubleshoot tooling issues and minimize downtime. * Manage ...

Etnyre International

Tooling Manager

Carbondale, PA · On-site

Oversee tool maintenance, new tooling development, and vendor relationships. * Collaborate with production and support departments to troubleshoot tooling issues and minimize downtime. * Manage ...

Rehrig Pacific

Tooling Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

Tooling Manager Plastic Injection Molding Great benefits including: Medical, Dental Vision and Life ... Create and maintain a safe, controlled environment for all tooling operations * Lead, coach, and ...

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Rehrig Pacific Company

Tooling Manager

Erie, PA · On-site

Tooling Manager Plastic Injection Molding Great benefits including: Medical, Dental Vision and Life ... Create and maintain a safe, controlled environment for all tooling operations * Lead, coach, and ...

Rehrig Pacific Company

Tooling Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

Tooling Manager - Plastic Injection Molding Great benefits including: Medical, Dental Vision and ... Create and maintain a safe, controlled environment for all tooling operations * Lead, coach, and ...

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How much do maintenance tooling manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for maintenance tooling manager in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a maintenance tooling manager?

A Maintenance Tooling Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement, inventory, and maintenance of tools and equipment used in maintenance operations. They ensure that all tooling is available, functional, and compliant with safety and regulatory standards. This role involves coordinating with maintenance teams, managing budgets, and implementing systems to track tooling usage and performance. Maintenance Tooling Managers often work in industries like aviation, manufacturing, and automotive, where having the right tools is critical to operational efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a maintenance tooling manager?

To thrive as a Maintenance Tooling Manager, you need expertise in maintenance operations, tooling processes, equipment management, and typically a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), inventory control software, and certifications like Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing are often required. Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills help manage teams and coordinate complex tooling projects effectively. These skills ensure optimal tool availability, minimize downtime, and drive efficient maintenance operations vital for organizational productivity.

How does a maintenance tooling manager typically collaborate with other departments to ensure equipment readiness?

A Maintenance Tooling Manager works closely with maintenance teams, production supervisors, and engineering departments to coordinate the availability and functionality of tooling and equipment. This collaboration often involves regular meetings to discuss production schedules, planned maintenance, and urgent repairs. The manager must also communicate with procurement to ensure timely sourcing of replacement parts and tools. Effective interdepartmental coordination is key to minimizing downtime and maintaining smooth operations.

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Infographic showing various Maintenance Tooling Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,662 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Maintenance & Tooling Manager

Rice, MN • On-site

Virnig Manufacturing, Inc.
Machinery Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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$90K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and develop maintenance teams across multiple plants to ensure equipment reliability and maximize uptime.

  • Provide leadership and strategic oversight to the Tooling Department, including managing tooling engineers and technicians responsible for fixture design, build, and maintenance.

  • Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and ensure tooling resources support production and new product launches.

Job description

Description:

Located in the heart of Central Minnesota, Virnig Manufacturing has been designing and producing skid steer loader attachments since 1989. From engineering and cutting raw materials to machining, welding, and painting the finished product, all steps of the manufacturing process are done in-house. Today, the family-owned and operated business has grown into a premium attachment manufacturer supplying North America and beyond. By integrating the latest manufacturing technologies and using top-of-the-line materials, Virnig has distinguished themselves as a cut above the rest in the manufacturing industry.


The Maintenance & Tooling Manager Leads maintenance operations across multiple facilities to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective performance of critical equipment. Drive up time of equipment, process standardization, and continuous improvement while managing distributed teams. Provides leadership and strategic oversight to the Tooling Department, including tooling engineers and technicians responsible for fixture design, build, maintenance, and continuous improvement, ensuring tooling resources support production and new product launches.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $90,000 – $100,000 annually

Benefits Package Includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Generous PTO including vacation and paid holidays
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Opportunities for growth and development
  • Bonus opportunity 
Requirements:

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop maintenance teams across multiple plants
  • Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs
  • Ensure equipment reliability, maximize uptime, and reduce unplanned downtime.
  • Standardize maintenance processes and CMMS usage across sites
  • Manage budgets, spare parts, and vendor/contractor performance
  • Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure all contractor policies are followed, and documentation is up to date
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and safety standards (LOTO, hot work, confined space)

Tooling Leadership

  • Provide leadership, direction, and performance management for the Tooling Department, including tooling engineers, technicians, and future support roles.
  • Attend new product meetings to coordinate tooling build schedules and ensure tooling readiness for on-time product launches.
  • Partner with Engineering and Operations to ensure tooling solutions align with manufacturing objectives.
  • Oversee the scheduling of annual fixture reviews, maintenance and repair

Business Support

  • Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and installations
  • Report on KPIs and align maintenance with production goals

Qualifications

  • 3+ years industrial maintenance experience
  • 3+ years leadership experience (multi-site preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of industrial systems and automation with a working knowledge of tooling and fixture operations.
  • Experience leading cross-functional multi-site technical teams in a manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Experience with CMMS and predictive maintenance tools
  • Ability to travel between sites

VIRNIG MANUFACTURING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, military service, veteran status, gender identity, status with regard to public assistance, or any other class protected by law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with known disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship for the Company.