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 Piper’s worldwide headquarters is based in beautiful Vero Beach, FL., – located just a few miles from the Atlantic Coast. We are the largest private employer in Indian River County and offer exciting and enriching careers. We aim to be the best. So it’s only natural that we strive to recruit the best people in and to give you every opportunity to become even better. After all, ours is a company that never stands still. That’s why we provide a supportive team-working environment in which each individual’s needs are respected. No matter what role you’re in, you’ll help us make the most of our business. And we’ll help you make the most of your career. So, make Piper Aircraft your ultimate destination. Together, we’ll go further than you ever thought possible. 

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Current openings:

Manager, Tooling  (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Manufacturing - Experienced

POSITION SUMMARY:

Lead the Tooling, Tool Design and CNC Programming organization by developing a robust program for development, maintenance and improvement of Piper's tooling. Lead process improvement in tool design and CNC programming. Promote teamwork within the department.

• Develop, Implement and Maintain overall tooling management organization.
• Optimize tool, tool design and CNC program control.
• Ensure that Tool Design Standards are developed and maintained.
• Develop and implement the tool recycle and maintenance process.
• Create, direct, and promote process, procedure, and action plans.
• Attend engineering and/or management meetings and provide necessary input and guidance.
• Interface with vendors and Purchasing department in selection of tools and various materials.
• Review project status with management as required.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Responsibilities include supervision, training and assisting employees.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering, and a minimum of 10 years tooling, tool design experience, with at least five years as supervisor in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Extensive knowledge of computers and programs (such as Microsoft office), understanding of document and data control as it relates to CNC programs and tool designs. Firm understanding of configuration management and control of tooling and related data, fundamentals of sheet metal layout and applications is required. Extensive knowledge of operation of various machines including CNC mills, grinders, saws, punch press, lathes, heat treat equipment, drill press, torches, welders, and all related hand tools and test equipment operation are required to perform the duties of this position.

The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in both written and oral form.