Skilled Trades Team Leader Tool & Die 3rd Shift

Primary Job Function

Take the lead on projects and concerns that are considered top priority for the department. Service and support manufacturing goals and objectives. Implement Tool & Die Department processes and procedures to yield results that “delight” our customers (internal and external). Accomplish any and all work assignments as directed by management.

• Work alongside and help with training of Tool & Die Skilled Trades Technicians.
• Set a good example by following policies and procedures as well as provide feedback to Management for related concerns.
• Coordinate with Department Management Staff status/activities associated with ECN’s, Project Launches and assigned die repair/modifications.
• Instill good communications between shifts and departments for Tool & Die activities.
• Assist and advise in new/off-load die tryout projects through buy-off.
• Attend meetings for Tool & Die Department activities (internal and interdepartmentally).
• Assist in preparing action plans for major die repair activities.
• Respond with maintenance activities to die-related production concerns.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards.
• Interface with Department Management for workplace improvement planning.

• High School Diploma.
• 3-5 years of experience in Tool & Die activities with demonstrated Leadership abilities.
• Tool & Die Skills - as outlined in the Skills Assessment for Die Finishers.
• Organizational and communications skills.
• Excellent work performance history.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Ability to plan, activate and resolve new tooling construction, as well as production, new tooling try-out and trouble-shooting concerns.

• New hire orientation
• Benefits orientation
• Environmental, Health & Safety Training:
  • Pedestrian Safety
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Incident Reporting
  • Lockout Tagout
  • Hazardous Communication
  • Ergonomics, Work Area & Safety Management
  • Fire Extinguisher Training
  • Shock Proof, Unqualified Training
• MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Project)

• Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs
• Occasional lifting, climbing, carrying, pulling, griping, grasping, twisting, bending, stooping and reaching throughout the work day
• Hand and eye coordination
• Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours or more

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and ability to obtain a Passport.
• Travel within the US up to 10%, usually travel is throughout SE Michigan.
• International travel up to 5%.

• Office and manufacturing environment