Tool Room Supervisor

DAVRON CV: Candidate 1907219

TOOLROOM SUPERVISOR | TOOL & DIE MANAGEMENT | DIE BUILD, REPAIR & PRESS SETUP

Core Expertise

• Toolroom leadership overseeing die build, tryouts, maintenance, and in-line support.
• Die repair and troubleshooting to minimize downtime and extend tooling lifespan.
• Press setup, tooling tryout, and stamping operations for high-volume manufacturing.
• Preventive maintenance programs, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement using Lean/5S.
• Payroll, budget administration, KPI tracking, and staff development for tooling departments.

Project Background

• Managed hot-stamp tooling operations supporting high-volume stamping and assembly lines.
• Led manufacture and repair of safety-critical seating and structural components for automotive OEMs.
• Implemented die repair protocols that improved tooling lifespan by approximately 15%.
• Supervised cross-functional teams of toolmakers, process techs, and maintenance staff to reduce delays by 20%.
• Administered payroll, budgets, and KPIs to drive cost savings and operational efficiency.

Key Skills

• Die build & tooling tryout | Die setting | Die repair
• Press setup & troubleshooting | Stamping operations
• Welding | Heat treatment | Grinding | Precision machining
• Blueprint reading | Precision measurement tools | Tolerance control
• Preventive maintenance | Root-cause analysis | Lean & 5S implementation
• Safety certifications management and compliance

Awards & Recognition

• Certified Overhead Crane Operator (up to 100 tons)
• Certified Lockout/Tagout
• Certified Industrial Truck/Forklift Operator (up to 40,000 lbs)

Why Interview this Candidate?

Seasoned tool and die professional with 20+ years leading toolrooms, die builds, repairs, and press operations in high-volume manufacturing. Proven track record delivering measurable results — extended tooling lifespan by ~15% and reduced tooling-related delays by ~20% through targeted repair programs and team leadership. Safety-certified and experienced managing payroll, budgets, KPIs, and Lean/5S initiatives; ready to supervise and improve toolroom performance for a Midwest manufacturer.