Die Tech Supervisor

We are looking for a Die Tech Supervisor to oversee daily operations in the Top Cap Press area of the Tool and Die department. The Supervisor will lead a team of technicians, enforce safety and quality standards, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to support new product launches and continuous improvement.

• Directly supervises production employees, handling hiring, training, performance reviews, and employee relations in alignment with company policies.
• Provides regular feedback, conducts semi-annual reviews, and drives team development through training workshops and mentorship.

• Ensures production goals are met by monitoring KPIs (Safety, Quality, Production, Financial, Manpower).
• Oversees defect, material loss, and expense trends; assigns corrective actions and enforces strict control over consumables.
• Leads Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and reduce costs.

• Enforces safety protocols, investigates incidents, and implements permanent corrective actions.
• Conducts root cause analyses using 5-WHY, 8D, fishbone, and 4M methodologies.

• Manages die set maintenance schedules and repair tracking systems.
• Develops and distributes reference materials, procedures, and daily work logs.
• Coordinates with purchasing to manage spare parts inventory and evaluate supplier products.

• Plans and executes tooling operations based on blueprints and specifications.
• Assembles, inspects, and tests dies and tools using precision instruments.
• Troubleshoots mechanical failures and escalates issues to support teams.

• Works with engineering, quality, and production teams on new product launches and improvement projects.
• Coordinates with other supervisors to align cross‑departmental activities.

• Wearing PPE may include a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit with respirator.

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Preferred:
  Technical School certification/degree and two to five years of leadership/supervisory experience in a technical machining/stamping and forging manufacturing environment.

• Supervisory experience in a technical machining/stamping and forging manufacturing environment.
• High volume manufacturing experience strongly desired.
• Experience with Lean and 5S systems extremely beneficial.
• Good communicator with excellent problem‑solving and people skills.
• Working‑level knowledge of English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to complete online learning requirements.

• Understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing technologies.
• Proficient in design techniques and 3D CAD software (e.g., Solid Works).
• Strong foundation in mathematics.
• In‑depth knowledge of mechanical systems, tools, and equipment maintenance.
• Familiarity with production processes, quality control, and cost optimization.

• Skilled in operating and monitoring machinery and production systems.
• Select appropriate tools and equipment for specific tasks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs.

• Identify problems and conduct root cause analysis.
• Strong deductive and inductive reasoning skills.
• Visualize and plan complex assemblies and tooling layouts.
• Organize information and recognize patterns.

• Manual dexterity for handling and assembling components.
• Accurate use of precision measuring instruments.
• Strong vision for detailed inspection and assembly tasks.

• Effective reading comprehension of technical documents and procedures.
• Clear communicator who can interpret and apply company policies.

• Health Benefits – medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, HSAs, FSAs.
• Voluntary Benefits – life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, pet…