1st shift Press Department Group Leader

A.J. Rose Manufacturing is a leading manufacturer of precision metal stampings and value-added components primarily serving the automotive industry.

Our commitment to quality and innovation drives our success as we continue to expand our operations and meet the needs of our customers.

We are hiring a union Group Leader to oversee daily operations for our Progressive and Transfer Press department. This role ensures operators have what they need to run safely, efficiently, and at quality standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who understands press operations, can setup and troubleshoot equipment, and knows how to support a union workforce with fairness and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shift activities and assign work to press operators
• Ensure machines, dies, and materials are ready for production
• Perform machine setup and adjustments
• Enforce safety rules and lead by example
• Support operators with troubleshooting and setup issues
• Track production, scrap, downtime, and quality metrics
• Communicate shift updates to supervisors and other departments
• Coach operators and help develop skills within the team

Requirements

• Experience with progressive or transfer press operations
• Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Solid understanding of safety and quality requirements

Hours: 5am-3:30pm, some weekend OT as well

Pay Range: $27.02-$28.45