Keep Production Moving.
Spectra is a fast-growing, ISO-certified aluminum manufacturer with five facilities across Ontario. Our success is built on quality, innovation and the people behind our operations.
We're looking for a Tooling Coordinator to play a key role in ensuring our tooling is ready to support safe, efficient and high-quality production. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Production, Sales and external vendors you'll coordinate the repair, maintenance and performance of production tooling while driving continuous improvement across our manufacturing processes.
If you're organized, mechanically inclined and enjoy solving problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Review die designs, engineering drawings and customer blueprints to ensure tooling requirements are met.
- Coordinate die repairs, preventative maintenance, modifications and new die builds to support production schedules.
- Monitor tooling inventory, condition and production readiness to ensure dies are available when needed.
- Investigate tooling and die performance issues by conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Track tooling performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency and overall manufacturing performance.
- Partner with tooling vendors to obtain quotations, manage lead times and coordinate delivery schedules.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to communicate tooling status and production readiness.
- Support the Die Shop by coordinating inspections, preparation and availability of dies to meet customer and production schedules.
- Maintain tooling records, documentation and workflow using internal software systems.
- Assist with onboarding and training new team members while promoting a safe, organized and continuous improvement-focused work environment.
What You'll Bring
- You're a proactive problem-solver who enjoys finding practical solutions.
- You stay organized and can manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- You communicate effectively and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- You have strong attention to detail and take pride in producing quality work.
- You're curious, adaptable and always looking for ways to improve processes.
Qualifications
- Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Experience coordinating tooling, maintenance or production activities is an asset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software systems.
- Diploma in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering Technology or a related field is considered an asset.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement or root cause analysis is an asset.
Why Join Spectra?
- Be part of a growing Canadian manufacturer where your work has a direct impact on production success.
- Work alongside experienced engineering, operations and manufacturing teams.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Opportunities for learning, development and career growth.
- Collaborative team environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
- Commitment to safety, quality and operational excellence.
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $50,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Work Location: In person
