The Forge Tool & Die Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all activities related to the design, maintenance, repair, and storage of dies and tooling within the facility. This role ensures efficient operations, cost control, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. Working closely with production and engineering teams, the Manager/Supervisor sets priorities, directs resources, and provides technical expertise to support continuous improvement in tooling performance and plant reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily operations of the Tool & Die department within the forging area, setting priorities to support production schedules.
• Design, modify, and repair forging dies, tooling, and fixtures to maintain operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical inventories of dies, tooling, and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, including proper handling of tooling and spill prevention.
• Oversee the organization, storage, and identification of dies to improve throughput and reduce production delays.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and production instructions to support tooling accuracy.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to Tool & Die staff to strengthen team capabilities.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering to resolve operational issues and implement process improvements.
• Evaluate tooling performance, recommend equipment upgrades or modifications, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school certificate; advanced technical training preferred.
• Strong knowledge of forging processes, dies, tooling, and metalworking practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic computer applications.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising staff in a manufacturing environment.

Education and/or Experience

• 3+ years of tool and die or related manufacturing experience.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary.

Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth.

As a government contractor, we adhere to regulations including the need for U.S. citizenship for certain positions.

Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and have been accessed.

About Trident Maritime Systems - Custom Alloy Division

Trident Maritime Systems is a global leader in providing innovative solutions for maritime and defense industries. Our Custom Alloy division in High Bridge, NJ, specializes in manufacturing high-quality seamless and welded pipe and tube solutions, as well as custom fabrications for critical applications. We serve government and commercial clients. For government, we work on military and defense contracts requiring precision and reliability. For commercial clients, we provide custom-engineered solutions across various industries. This dual focus allows us to take on diverse, high-pressure projects. Unlike mass production facilities, we create large, custom fittings tailored to specific needs. Our plant features large machines for heavy-duty work in a traditional manufacturing environment. It can be hot, cold, or dirty, but we prioritize safety and provide tools and training to ensure success.

Trident Maritime Systems offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes: