Senior Tooling Planner, Injection Molding

Job Title:Senior Tooling Planner, Injection MoldingJob Description:The Role:Our site s in Colorado Springs, CO are seeking a centralized Senior Tooling Planner to join the team . The Tooling Planner (Injection Molding) is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating injection molding tooling activities across two sites to support production requirements. This role ensures molds and tooling are available, maintained, and optimized to meet production and New Product Development (NPD) schedules. A key focus of this position is driving and maintaining high schedule adherence across tooling and production plans. The role also manages tooling-related personnel resources and scheduling priorities across two shared locations, ensuring alignment, efficient utilization, and minimal production disruption. Assures manufacture of tools, molds , jigs, fixtures, patterns, templates, models, form blocks, plastic tooling,Manufacturing Test Equipment (MTE) and other tooling jobs are on schedule.What You'll Do :Manage and prioritize tooling workloads across both the Arrowswest and Rockrimmon locations, balancing capacity, urgency, and business needsDevelop and manage detailed schedules for injection molding tooling, including mold availability, preventative maintenance, repairs and changeoversDrive and monitor schedule adherence, ensuring tooling readiness aligns with production plansAnalyze schedule adherence performance, identify root causes of gaps, and implement corrective actionsCoordinate tooling readiness to support production schedules, new product introductions (NPI), and engineering changesManage and prioritize tooling workloads across two shared locations, balancing capacity, urgency, and business needsAllocate and coordinate personnel resources (toolmakers and mold techs) across both sitesPartner with production planning, production supervisors, manufacturing engineering, process technicians, set-up technicians and maintenance teams to align tooling schedules with manufacturing plansMonitor mold performance, downtime, and maintenance intervals to proactively adjust schedulesEnsure timely execution of preventive and corrective maintenance for molds and toolingTrack tooling inventory, status, and location across both facilitiesWork with external vendors for mold repair, modification, and procurement of supplies as neededDrive continuous improvement in tooling scheduling and asset utilization, using standard cycle time managementStandardize tooling planning processes and communication across both locationsEnsure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirementsWhat We Seek :B achelor's degree in Engineering , Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience)7+ years of experience in injection molding, tooling planning, or manufacturing operationsStrong understanding of injection molding processes, mold construction, and maintenance practicesProven experience in production or tooling scheduling in a high-volume manufacturing environmentDemonstrated experience improving and managing schedule adherence metricsExperience managing or coordinating resources across multiple sitesStrong f amiliarity with SAPStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and cross-functional coordination abilitiesPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of mold flow, tooling lifecycle management, and preventive maintenance systemsLean manufacturing / Six Sigma experienceFamiliarity with CAD drawings and tooling documentationPhysical Requirements:Split between office and manufacturing floor environments ; but not remoteRegular coordination across two locations that are 5.1 miles apart, as neededAbility to move safely through a manufacturing environmentAbility to climb stairs, stand and/or walk for periods of timeAbility to sit for extended periods and perform frequent computer workAbility to wear required PPE (e.g., safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hearing protection) while on the manufacturing floor.WHY WORK AT ENTEGRIS?Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization - not just when it's convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.WHAT WE OFFEROur total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.Compensation: $110,000 - $135,000 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the roleAnnual Bonus EligibleA progressive (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to rechargeGenerous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vestingExcellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needsEducation assistance to support your learning journeyValues-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and ExcellenceCompany anticipates the application window closing approximately 5 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Company to shorten or extend the application windowEntegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.#LI-TP1