Job Summary:
The ideal candidate will lead the charge in managing all aspects of tool room operations, including die repair, maintenance, tool & die maker supervision, and development, along with overseeing tool room systems and equipment in a dynamic multi-shift environment. Your role is pivotal in coordinating internal and external resources to ensure all requirements are met with precision and efficiency.

This role offers a unique opportunity to drive excellence in tool room operations, contributing to the success and future growth of the company. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of manufacturing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure that dies are expertly repaired and maintained to support production, with tool room resources aligned to meet priority requirements.

• Provide responsive tooling and set-up support, offering innovative problem-solving to production departments. Collaborate with tool engineers to ensure new dies are production-ready.

• Supervise, train, and mentor tool & die makers, enforcing policies and work rules while evaluating employee performance.

• Oversee participants in the T&D Apprenticeship program, nurturing their growth and development.

• Ensure seamless operation of tool room systems and maintain necessary equipment in an organized and efficient manner.

• Guarantee availability of required internal and external tool repair/maintenance resources.

• Uphold safety and housekeeping standards, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Equipment Safety Analysis (ESA), Areas Safety Analysis (ASA), and housekeeping standards.

• Support manufacturing goals and production requirements by maintaining tooling in optimal condition.

• Maintain open communication with internal and external customers, management, and others in Operations.

• Identify and recommend areas for efficiency improvement, actively participating in planning meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Regularly communicate safety rules and procedures, quality standards, and company policies to employees.

• Conduct routine safety audits, promptly addressing any safety concerns.

• Supervise Skilled Trades employees across three shifts, fulfilling all supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.

• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the team and organization.