Die Shop Supervisor

Job Overview:

JOB TITLE: Die Shop Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Die Shop

REPORTS TO: Machining Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position manages & schedules the Machine Shop for on time completion of all jobs.

Essential Job Functions:

• Troubleshoot daily production issues process and equipment; recommend and implement process/equipment efficiency and quality improvements.
  
• Schedule all Machine Shop Work: resinks new dies holding dies new and reworked auxiliary equipment maintenance machining.
  
• Review analyze and enforce proper incentive time records.
  
• Update/Complete current resink list/hours new die activity/hours new auxiliary tooling work/hours.
  
• Maintain current die block/insert inventory Machine Shop files and Die Shop/Die Storage Machinery.
  
• Supervise union personnel and Die Shop tractor driver.
  
• Assist the Purchasing department on the following: new die blocks parts and service for all machine tools in the die shop/storage area cutters and other miscellaneous items all insert material.
  
• Monitor and report production; serve as a key driver for shift safety improvement.
  
• Provide direction and leadership to the production crew to accomplish organizational goals.
  
• Coordinate die changes and address daily production and quality concerns with staff and other production members.
  
• Communicate job expectations plan monitor and appraise job results.
  
• Maintains workflow by monitoring all steps of the process observing control points and monitoring equipment and resources.
  
• Implement cost reductions develop reporting procedures and systems; facilitate corrections to malfunctions within the production process control points; initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within the department.
  
• Ensure operation of equipment by calling for repairs and documenting listed items to be addressed.
  
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points equipment and resources; maintain compliance with established policies and procedures.
  
• Assist in implementing continuous improvement activities.
  
• All other duties as assigned.
  

Requirements

• Communication Microsoft Office CAD/CAM Manage Union and NonUnion Personnel Understanding of all manufacturing Process Equipment Knowledge of Production Planning and Controls for Improvement Refractory Experience a Plus.
  

• 510 years related leadership experience in a manufacturing company overseeing a Machine Shop/Die Shop/ or Mold Shop.
  

MACHINES/EQUIPMENT/TOOLS/ SOFTWARE/USED:

• Computer; Software: MS O365 DAX CAD/CAM
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Plant floor environment; Sitting for long periods of time while using a computer; Standing for long periods of time.
  

PHYSICAL/VISUAL ACTIVITIES

• Standing Walking Talking Typing Sitting Visual Acuity and Hearing.
  

Benefits