Manufacturing Tooling Program Manager
2 days ago
Saanich, Canada
Amerequip Corp
Full-time
€90,000 - €130,000 Contract
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Manage manufacturing tooling programs spanning supplier sourcing, fixture validation, and production readiness. Guide 50 to 200 weld fixture projects annually.
The Tool and Fixture Manager leads tooling activities from concept through launch while establishing long-term improvement plans. Responsibilities include RFQs, supplier selection, negotiations, engineering collaboration, design reviews, and corrective actions. The position supports safety, ergonomics, quality, manufacturability, productivity, and customer requirements through structured processes and measurable performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead tooling activities from concept through production readiness
- Manage RFQs, supplier selection, negotiations, and agreements
- Qualify and develop domestic and international tooling suppliers
- Partner with engineering teams on fixture requirements
- Resolve tooling quality issues through corrective actions
Requirements:
- Project management experience in a manufacturing environment
- Five to eight years of manufacturing experience
- Ability to establish tooling validation and approval processes
- Experience evaluating supplier capacity and capabilities
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority Bring manufacturing experience and program leadership to supplier development, fixture validation, engineering collaboration, and tooling launch execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead tooling activities from concept through production readiness
- Manage RFQs, supplier selection, negotiations, and agreements
- Qualify and develop domestic and international tooling suppliers
- Partner with engineering teams on fixture requirements
- Resolve tooling quality issues through corrective actions
Requirements:
- Project management experience in a manufacturing environment
- Five to eight years of manufacturing experience
- Ability to establish tooling validation and approval processes
- Experience evaluating supplier capacity and capabilities
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority Bring manufacturing experience and program leadership to supplier development, fixture validation, engineering collaboration, and tooling launch execution.