Press Tech Production Supervisor

Technical Oversight:

• Optimize the stamping production processes to ensure alignment with company standards and customer requirements.

• Apply expertise in tool and die basics to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions.

• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to enhance existing dies.

Leadership & Development:

• Foster a culture of servant leadership by empowering guiding and mentoring team members.

• Lead by example demonstrating professionalism and commitment to excellence in every task.

• Conduct regular team meetings and one-on-one sessions to provide feedback set goals and encourage professional growth.

Process Optimization:

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

• Implement lean manufacturing principles with a specific focus on SMED to achieve quicker and more efficient die changeovers.

• Monitor and analyze production metrics to drive data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preventative Maintenance:

• Develop implement and oversee a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all stamping equipment and tooling.

• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and tracked to prevent unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.

• Collaborate with maintenance teams to facilitate training and ensure adherence to the established maintenance schedule.

SMED Implementation:

• Lead efforts to reduce die changeover times applying SMED techniques to streamline and standardize the process.

• Train and support shop floor personnel in SMED best practices to ensure consistent and successful application.

• Evaluate and adjust approaches based on metrics and feedback to continuously improve changeover efficiency.

Operational Excellence:

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a safe working environment.

• Implement best practices in manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including safety quality and tool room and maintenance to streamline operations.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to ensure alignment and achieve operational goals.

• Facilitate problem-solving and team decision-making to address challenges and seize opportunities.

• Interface with technical staff to ensure proper support

• Establish annual goals and objectives that support the attainment of operating metrics

• Work to continuously improve processes and reduce inventories and work in progress

• Serve as the first point of contact for employees regarding employee relations issues Interface with Union Stewards in contract and discipline issues

• Other duties as assigned.

Project Management:

• Lead projects from conception through to implementation ensuring timelines budgets and quality standards are met

• Develop project plans allocate resources and coordinate tasks across teams

Qualifications:

Knowledge/Experience/Education:

• Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a stamping or manufacturing environment with a focus on leadership and process optimization.

• Strong knowledge of tool and die principles and practices.

• Proven experience in implementing process optimization initiatives with specific expertise in SMED.

• Proven servant leadership skills with experience nurturing and developing high-performance teams.

• Excellent problem-solving analytical and decision-making skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• A minimum of one to three years of experience in a medium/high volume fast-paced manufacturing environment is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be self-driven and ambitious with proven leadership capabilities including providing coaching mentoring and supervision within a team environment.

• Must have availability and flexibility to work a schedule that supports Team Members across multiple shifts / days of the week (including weekends).

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel).

• Strong problem-solving skills including encouraging others on your team to think proactively and create solutions.

Physical Requirements:

• Stooping bending standing for long periods of time manual dexterity and able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.

MUST HAVE:

• Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a stamping or manufacturing environment with a focus on leadership and process optimization.

• Strong press background experience required - specifically in metal stamping.

• Strong knowledge of tool and die principles and practices.

• Proven experience in implementing process optimization initiatives with specific expertise in SMED.

• Proven servant leadership skills with experience nurturing and developing high-performance teams.

NICE TO HAVE:

• A minimum of one to three years of experience in a medium/high volume fast-paced manufacturing environment is preferred.

• SMED experience preferred.