Senior Tooling Engineer

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”  As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.  We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.  

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. 

Interested in joining us on our journey? 

The Senior Tooling Engineer interfaces with production line teams, tooling suppliers, 3rd Party Tool and Die Maintenance, and other cross functional teams to optimize tool and part performance. This role will support the AP2 plant directly in troubleshooting tooling issues, leading tool improvements, managing tool repairs, and driving process improvement within the plant. The Tooling Engineer will be a key liaison between the NPI/Project teams and the plant operation, manufacturing teams, and 3rd Party Tool and Die Maintenance; ensuring that plant priorities and objectives are clearly understood and considered for the area under their ownership. Additionally, this role works with metal stamping tooling suppliers on best practice development, manufacturing process improvements, root cause analysis, problem resolution, cost analysis and maintaining existing tooling in support of GEA production. This position is 100% Onsite.

Position

Senior Tooling Engineer

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Manufacturing Operations: 

• Drive implementation of die TPM program that supports production goals and objectives. 
• Lead execution of tooling projects and support current production by providing technical leadership.  Ensure all tooling and equipment is reliable and robust and designed to maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Work with GEA product design/AME functions on metal component and assembly part design for manufacturability, scoping tooling costs, and schedules.
• Assist GEA Parts Suppliers, GEA Supplier Quality Engineers, and GEA buyers in developing appropriate, timely, and cost-effective new metal tooling/NPI while addressing current production tooling issues.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, training and leadership for more junior tooling engineers and/or cross-functional team members with regard to tooling design and execution. Utilize technical and project experience to drive continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Continuous support and liaison to 3rd Party Tool & Die Maintenance in AP2. Monitoring and reporting of tooling repair costs, projects, and preventative maintenance activities.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Position Requirements: 

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization to drive operational success and maintain positive union relations. 

• High energy, initiative, and motivation to contribute to a team-oriented environment and pursue personal and professional growth. 

• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks efficiently. 

• Demonstrated technical expertise in Stamping Tooling and experience in a manufacturing or operations setting. 

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. 

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong follow-through on initiatives. 

• Capable of facilitating and leading team-driven projects. 

• Willingness to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment, with occasional off-shift, on-call, and weekend work as needed. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or in pursuit of, (BS/BA) required, ideally in engineering. 

• Leadership experience or technical proficiency in areas such as manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, materials management, quality, procurement, or fulfillment. 
• Experience interacting with transfer press stamping equipment, transfer stamping dies/tools, and transfer systems.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on stamping tools, manufacturing engi