<p>Start here, end here. There is a reason why we have so many employees with 20+ years with the company-Pace offers careers. Join us in becoming the premier die casting manufacturer and engineering solutions supplier worldwide.</p> <p>Summary:</p> <p>Plan and direct activities related to the development, application, and maintenance of tooling to support manufacturing processes and product quality. Act as a key technical resource for both sustaining production and supporting new program launches.</p> <p>Principal Duties and Responsibilities (include but not limited to):</p> <ul> <li>Provide tooling improvements to increase productivity and reduce waste. </li><li>Support planning activities to ensure successful development and maintenance of tooling. </li><li>Promote product and process quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction. </li><li>Analyze tooling failures and implement corrective actions to reduce recurrence. </li><li>Read blueprints and interpret CMM reports; demonstrate working knowledge of metrology and tolerances. </li><li>Ensure tooling manuals are current and include a timeline of tooling-related activities. </li><li>Review flow analyses and recommend value-added process improvements. </li><li>Maintain records and reports related to tooling performance and activity. </li><li>Manage tooling transfers and ensure smooth integration into production. </li><li>Track tooling usage and lead times; ensure adequate backups for production tools. </li><li>Develop and maintain procedures, policies, and documentation related to tooling. </li><li>Analyze production data and recommend improvements using statistical methods. </li><li>Collaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to optimize tooling and process efficiency. </li></ul> <p>New Tooling & Program Support:</p> <ul> <li>Serve as the tooling lead on new product introductions (NPI), ensuring tooling is developed to meet quality, cost, and timeline requirements. </li><li>Participate in tooling design reviews and provide feedback to ensure castability, durability, and maintainability. </li><li>Work closely with program managers and vendors on tool build timelines, sample runs, and PPAP preparation. </li><li>Coordinate tooling buy-offs, trials, and corrections to ensure readiness for production. </li><li>Monitor tool performance during early production runs and support ramp-up to full volume. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Metallurgical Engineering (or equivalent experience). </li><li>2-3 years of experience in tooling for manufacturing, preferably in aluminum die casting or plastic injection. </li><li>Strong technical writing skills and ability to communicate with all levels of the organization. </li><li>Proven ability to analyze problems, interpret technical data, and develop effective solutions. </li></ul> <p>Skills:</p> <ul> <li>Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work across departments and influence without authority. </li><li>Comfortable functioning as a team player and independently leading technical tasks. </li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). </li></ul> <p>Key Competencies:</p> <ul> <li>Communication: Listening, writing, speaking, and comprehension </li><li>Problem Solving: Analytical thinking, decision-making, and judgment </li><li>Personal Effectiveness: Accountability, adaptability, ethics, and initiative </li><li>Team Interaction: Collaboration, relationship building, and valuing diversity </li><li>Leadership: Planning, coaching, strategic thinking, and business alignment </li></ul> <p>About Pace Industries:</p> <p>Pace Industries is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. To learn more or join our talent community, visit www.paceind.com/careers.</p> <p>Pace is a career destination for engaged, passionate and talented people who are driven to seek the innovation, growth and opportunity that only we offer.</p>