Tooling Supervisor

Tooling Supervisor

Company: Allfast Fastening Systems LLC

Primary Location: 15200 Don Julian Road, City of Industry, CA 91745 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Salaried | Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Summary:
PennAero is hiring a Tooling Supervisor at our Allfast Fastening Systems location in City of Industry, CA. Allfast Fastening Systems is a leading global manufacturer of solid and blind rivets, blind bolts, temporary fasteners, and installation tools for the aerospace industry. Our fasteners are crucial for the structural integrity of both commercial airliners and military jets. As a key supplier to major aerospace manufacturers, Allfast's products support the commercial, military, and general aviation platforms in production and in service.
About PennAero:
PennAero is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered fasteners and specialized components for critical aerospace, defense, space, and advanced energy applications. We partner with customers to solve their most complex challenges, bringing technical depth and disciplined, agile execution when it matters most. Experience guides our growth-strengthening capabilities and expanding our global platform as markets evolve. To learn more about PennAero's capabilities and commitment to aerospace excellence, visit https://pennaero.com

Overview:
The Tooling supervisor will serve as the critical
liaison between the Production Floor, Quality Department, and Engineering to
ensure all tooling requirements align with manufacturing goals, quality
standards, and design specifications.
Reporting directly to the Heading Manager, the supervisor will be responsible for managing the entire tooling lifecycle-from sourcing and
replenishment to implementing a modern management system to track tool life and
usage. They will drive department productivity, reduce machine
downtime, increase pin and sleeve heading throughput and support our continuous
improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Cross-Functional
Collaboration & Liaison
- Act as
the primary point of contact and liaison between the Production
Floor, Quality Department, and Engineering to resolve
tooling-related issues and implement engineering changes.
- Work
closely with Quality to ensure all manufactured and procured tooling meets
strict dimensional and tolerance requirements.
- Partner
with the Production Floor to troubleshoot tooling failures and optimize
machining setups for maximum efficiency.
Tooling Lifecycle &
Inventory Management
- Spearhead
the implementation and maintenance of a robust tooling management
system to accurately track, control, and analyze tool life and
usage data.
- Manage
the tooling inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels are maintained to
prevent production delays while minimizing carrying costs.
- Oversee
the procurement, replenishment, and timely delivery of standard and custom
tooling components.
- Coordinate
with internal toolrooms or external vendors to have specialized tooling
fabricated according to engineering blueprints.
Productivity & Department
Support
- Assist
the Heading Manager in executing the department's
strategic goals, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Analyze
tool wear patterns and machine downtime data to implement preventive
measures, directly contributing to increased productivity and
reduced downtime.
- Establish
standard operating procedures (SOPs) for tool handling, setup, and
maintenance.
- Oversee
the work of Tool Technicians and staff to support the build-out of the
Tooling support resource team.

This role is required to be on-site 5 days at the City of Industry, CA location.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills

- Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field.

- 10 years of experience in a machining, tooling, or manufacturing environment,
with at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
- Deep understanding of machining processes (e.g.,
heading, CNC, milling, turning), tool design, wear characteristics, and
metallurgy.
- Proven experience working with or implementing Tool
Management Systems, Inventory Software, or ERP/MRP systems.
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings,
geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and technical
specifications.
- Exceptional
interpersonal and communication skills to effectively bridge the gap
between floor operators, quality inspectors, and engineers.
- Strong analytical skills with a focus on root-cause
analysis for tool failures and production bottlenecks.

Compensation

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the expected pay range for this position is $130,000 - $145,000.

Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and geographic location. Some roles may qualify for extra incentives like equity, commissions, or other variable performance-related bonuses. Further details will be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.