Die Maintenance Supervisor Job Durham area,Connecticut USA,Manufacturing / Production

JOB SUMMARY:

The Die Maintenance Supervisor oversees the maintenance and repair of dies used in the manufacturing process. They will be responsible for preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of the stamping dies. Must work with team to ensure timely schedules of work and coordinate with production to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. The position requires a good working knowledge of Progressive, Cut-off, Piercing, Blanking and Forming Dies and preventive maintenance.

Works by our core values:

Be eager to learn.
Deliver above and beyond.
Be a team player.
Focus on solutions.
Embrace change.

Gets it, wants it and has the capacity to do it.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supervise Die Maintenance team:

Lead and manage a team responsible for die maintenance and repair.
Approves and monitors employee time and attendance.
Consults with human resources on personnel related issues. Take disciplinary action if required.
Completes new hire and annual performance evaluations for assigned personnel.

Develop Maintenance Plans:

Collaborate with engineering and production teams to develop preventive maintenance plans for dies to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Works from engineering drawings, sketches, verbal instructions or existing parts to produce gages, tools, parts for machines, dies, molds and other equipment

Schedule Maintenance

Activities:

Plan and schedule maintenance activities, including routine inspections, repairs, and refurbishments, to minimize downtime and meet production targets.

Troubleshooting:

Identify and troubleshoot issues with dies to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
Perform machining and fabricating on stamping dies for repair or improvement
Performs turning, boring, drilling, polishing, grinding and threading to maintain dies and fabricate replacement parts as needed.
Uses precision measuring devices such as micrometers, dial calipers and indicators to verify dimensions to drawing(s).
Should be familiar with the following equipment and their capabilities:
Wire EDM, CNC Mills, Heat Treating, Grinders (surface, OD and )
Ability to set up, and operate standard tool room equipment to repair and maintain dies and molds
Perform machining and fabricating on stamping dies for repair or improvement

Coordinate with Production:

Work closely with production to prioritize maintenance activities, coordinate die changeovers, and ensure seamless integration of maintenance schedules with production schedules.
Consults with production planning to schedule overtime to meet production requirements

Manage Spare Parts Inventory:

Maintain an inventory of spare parts and tools necessary for die maintenance and ensure adequate stock levels to support maintenance activities.
Orders tools, production equipment parts, production materials, and other departmental items.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure that all maintenance activities meet quality standards and comply with safety regulations and company policies.

Training and Development:

Provide training and development opportunities to die maintenance team to enhance their skills and knowledge of die maintenance techniques and procedures.
Monitor die apprenticeship training, (if applicable).
Assist with die setter training for production staff.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inspections, repairs, and replacements. Generate reports on maintenance performance, downtime, and efficiency metrics.

Continuous Improvement:

Identify opportunities for process improvements in die maintenance procedures, tools, and technologies to increase reliability, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.

Team

Collaboration:

Participates in weekly L-10 meetings
Fosters a positive and collaborative work…