Project Manager Tooling

Advertised by Try&Hire on behalf of a client · Reference TAH-DQDEM

Discipline
Industrial engineer (lean, production planning)
Region
Bern, Thun (BE)
Client
Defence manufacturing
Advertised on
13.11.2026

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You manage tooling projects for manufacturing processes, from requirements specification through supplier coordination to tool acceptance.

Your tasks

  • Analyse and specify requirements, develop solutions and create specification sheets
  • Lead interdisciplinary project teams and steer all project phases
  • Act as central contact for customers and coordinate external tooling suppliers
  • Monitor milestones, budget and required component and tooling quality
  • Conduct and document tool acceptance internally and on-site
  • Record, assess and track technical changes

What you bring

  • Technical apprenticeship as polymechanic (tooling focus an advantage) or draftsman
  • Further education such as HF mechanical engineering diploma, master craftsman certificate or Bachelor's degree in mechanical/production engineering
  • IPMA Level D certification an advantage
  • 3-5 years of experience in project management, methods planning or design in forming and deep-drawing technology
  • Sound knowledge of manufacturing processes and material requirements
  • English, written and spoken, minimum B2

Conditions

  • Workload: 100 %
  • Work model: On site
  • Option of a permanent position after the assignment if both sides want it

What to expect

  • 100% workload, 40-hour week or flexible working hours
  • Willingness to travel approximately 5-10% for tool acceptance at suppliers or customers
  • 3-6 months interim, then a permanent position

How to apply

You apply with your Try&Hire profile: upload your CV, check the details, enter key facts and availability. A short introduction video is optional but helps. Our team will get in touch if your profile fits the assignment.

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