Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of auto parts manufacturing, metal stamping coupled with Supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate proficiency with radial arm drill press, lathe, bridge port, milling machine, various surface grinders, band saw, cut-off saw, Wire EDM & Sinker, OD grinder, 3D models and programming of CNC Mills from 3D surface models.
• Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate proficiency with various other machines normally associated with the day-to-day operation(s) of the die maintenance department.
• Candidate must be able to understand advanced mechanics of dies associated with blank, progressive, tandem, and/or secondary press operations. Candidate must also possess an in-depth knowledge of tool steels and their applications.
• Responsible for proper training and supervision of all current and new employees.
• Responsible for updating and monitoring training logs for all employees.
• Responsible for processing, scheduling and tracking overtime for all employees.
• Work in conjunction with Quality and Engineering on continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all employees and departments.
• Responsible for the safety of all employees, including personal protective equipment.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of all processes and equipment.
• Reports on any process and equipment problems.
• Maintains a "Can Do" Attitude along with excellent interpersonal skills to boost employee morale and ensure proper procedures are followed and Safety, Quality and Production are followed and met.
• Communicates with Press Department and Production Control to ensure proper schedules are followed and production needs are met.
• Responsible for all processes, equipment, employees, safety, and housekeeping of the area and meeting production quality and quantity standards on the shift.
• Responsible for collaboration with human resource department on disciplinary actions and counseling with assigned staff.
• In-Press Troubleshooting/Evaluation
• Countermeasure solutions in relation to dies/tooling/fixture for quality related and operational issues
• Maintaining of die maintenance spare parts (Value & Stock)
• Die Improvements (documentation of progress, i.e. before and after pictures, performance related results
  

• Primary portion of work is in well-lit and ventilated facility.
• Prolonged, extensive or considerable sitting/standing/walking.
• Position requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, bending, handling, and/or use of tactile information.
• Must be able to express ideas or exchange thoughts by means of talking, hearing, reading and/or writing.
• Requires motor coordination, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, eye-hand-foot coordination and may include transporting objects and lifting up to 80 pounds.
• Exposure to various types of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and other agents utilized in factory.