Assistant Tooling Manager
Magna International — Bowling Green, Kentucky, US
Posted 2026-11-02
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities:
Supervises the maintenance department including monitoring all maintenance activities, supporting management and maintenance personnel and acting as liaison in matters regarding policy application and continuous improvement.
This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed in this position. The Assistant Tooling Manager will be required to follow any other job-related instructions or to perform other job duties requested by their leader.
Tool & Die Technicians will report directly to the Assistant Tooling Leader. However, technicians are expected to perform duties as assigned and directed by, including but not limited to, the Tooling Manager, Assistant Tooling Manager, Area Leaders and Team Leaders, in accordance with company policies and operational requirements.
1. Know and understand Bowling Green Metalforming Quality and Environmental policies.
2. Support Engineering and Tooling teams in troubleshooting complex tooling and manufacturing issues.
3. Apply engineering drawings, CAD models, dimensional tolerances, GD&T principles, material specifications, and manufacturing standards when evaluating tooling performance and modifications.
4. Lead and coordinate tooling modifications that support product launches, engineering changes, quality improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
5. Analyze tooling performance data and recommend corrective actions based on engineering and manufacturing principles.
6. Collaborate directly with engineers on die design reviews, root cause investigations, process improvements, and validation of tooling changes.
7. Provide technical directions to Tool & Die Technicians whose work directly supports engineering objectives.
8. Tig & Mig welding and hand working parts of dies (heat treat of materials).
9. Sound understanding and knowledge of die work / operations.
10. Sound understanding and machine knowledge, able to run all tool room equipment including measuring instruments.
11. Sound understanding and knowledge of Press and Assembly Operations and Quality procedures.
12. Assist in determining spare parts requirements.
13. Maintain accurate documentation.
14. Train operators and new team members.
15. Recommend modifications to existing equipment.
16. Establish and maintain communication with other team members and support departments.
17. Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes.
18. Ensure quality product and know quality procedures.
19. Perform troubleshoot tooling (in or out of the presses).
20. Work to blueprints, CAD data, sketches, and verb
21. Efficiently perform Lock Out / Tag Out Procedures.
22. Follow all plant safety policies and procedures.
23. Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearance of finished parts.
24. Visualize and compute dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of assemblies based on specifications.
25. Smooth and polish flat and contoured surfaces of die parts on tooling using abrasive stones, filers, emery clothes or power grinders. Spot dies into proper run conditions.
26. Be able to identify tool stacks and how to heat treat.
27. Maintain reliable and predictable attendance.
28. Perform other duties as required.
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related technical discipline required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD data, dimensional tolerances, and material specifications
- Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, tooling systems, die construction, process capability, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience supporting engineering functions through technical analysis, troubleshooting, tooling modifications, and process improvements
- Proficiency in applying engineering concepts within a manufacturing environment.
- General knowledge of troubleshooting, materials and methods, machines and tools, and practical application of tooling
- Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
- Basic knowledge of automation
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Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Cosma International