What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stamping Group Lead position at Vaco by Highspring?
The Stamping Group Lead is responsible for supervising production and team members while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations within the stamping department. This role oversees daily production activities, monitors equipment performance, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and supports employee development through training and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and support stamping department team leads and production associates to achieve safety, quality, and production goals.
- Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements while promoting a strong safety culture.
- Monitor production schedules and verify products are manufactured according to quality standards and production requirements.
- Understand stamping press operations and coordinate with maintenance to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment issues.
- Assist with production planning by reviewing inventory levels and recommending adjustments to improve workflow and efficiency.
- Develop and implement cross-training and job rotation plans to enhance workforce flexibility and productivity.
- Optimize staffing and labor utilization to maximize operational efficiency.
- Investigate production and efficiency concerns and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
- Support continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives to meet departmental objectives.
- Monitor departmental performance related to quality, productivity, housekeeping, and safety standards.
- Provide coaching, guidance, and problem-solving support to team members and team leads.
- Maintain regular attendance and flexibility to work rotating shifts as required.
- Perform additional duties as needed to support operational objectives.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, preferably within a stamping environment.
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn manufacturing software systems.
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions and production documentation.
- Experience with Plex manufacturing software is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five or more years of stamping production experience.
- Two or more years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience leading continuous improvement, productivity, and employee development initiatives.
- Must be available to work rotating shifts and overtime to support operational needs.
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
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For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring's discussions with its Client, Highspring's understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).
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Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.