2ND SHIFT TEAM LEADER - TOOL AND DIE - TATE
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Job summary
Tate, a global leader in data center infrastructure, is seeking a Team Leader for Tool and Die in Red Lion, PA. You will oversee tooling operations, lead technicians, and drive precision manufacturing while upholding safety and quality standards.
The role demands strong leadership, blueprint literacy, and hands-on expertise in machining and CNC processes. Join Tate to contribute to world-class tooling, mentor a skilled team, and support continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required; technical certification or apprenticeship preferred.
- 5+ years of tool and die experience in manufacturing.
- 1-2 years of leadership or team lead experience preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Experience with machining, CNC equipment, and precision measurement tools.
Responsibilities
- Own tooling performance by ensuring dies, molds, and tools meet production requirements.
- Coordinate tool fabrication, maintenance, and repair activities.
- Troubleshoot tooling issues to minimize downtime.
- Monitor tool wear and maintenance schedules.
- Lead tool and die technicians and assign daily work.
- Ensure adherence to tooling standards and procedures.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering in order to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.
Job Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Duration of role: Permanent
Location: Red Lion, PA
At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering in order to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.
Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.
We are excited by potentially welcoming you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.
The Team Leader, Tool and Die oversee tooling operations to ensure precision, quality, and production efficiency. The role leads all Tool & Die technicians, coordinates maintenance and fabrication activities, and supports troubleshooting. The position contributes to tooling reliability, production performance, and product quality.
- Own tooling performance by ensuring dies, molds, and tools meet production requirements.
- Coordinate tool fabrication, maintenance, and repair activities across production needs.
- Troubleshoot tooling issues to minimize downtime and maintain product quality.
- Ensure tooling setups support production efficiency and dimensional accuracy standards.
- Monitor tool wear, performance, and maintenance schedules to prevent failures.
- Support new tool development, testing, and implementation within production processes.
- Lead tool and die technicians to ensure accurate and efficient task execution.
- Assign daily work, prioritize tooling tasks, and adjust workloads as needed.
- Provide hands‑on guidance during complex fabrication and repair activities.
- Monitor team performance and ensure adherence to tooling standards and procedures.
- Communicate priorities, issues, and updates to maintenance and production leadership.
- Promote accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement across the team.
Ensure all tooling work complies with safety standards and machine guarding requirements.
Promote safe work practices and proper use of precision equipment and tools.
Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs, and quality standards.
Maintain accurate tooling records, specifications, and maintenance documentation.
Support root cause analysis for tooling failures and implement corrective actions.
- Adhere to the Employee Handbook, Group Code of Conduct, the Group Compliance Policy, the IMS Policy, and all other applicable company policies and procedures.
- Maintain awareness of the requirements of, and their individual contribution to and impact on the effectiveness of, the Integrated Management System (IMS), including Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental and Product Compliance objectives and requirements.
- Report on unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, incidents, and injuries, quality issues, compliance concerns, violations to the appropriate personnel without delay.
- High School Diploma or GED required; technical certification or apprenticeship preferred.
- 5+ years of tool and die experience in manufacturing environments required.
- 1 - 2 years of leadership or team lead experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of tooling and die design, fabrication, and maintenance processes.
- Experience with machining, CNC equipment, and precision measurement tools.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Ability to operate machining equipment and precision tools safely.
- Ability to work in manufacturing environments with noise and moving equipment.
- Pay range: $40.50 USD to $43.80 USD per hour.
- Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
- World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
- Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
- Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
- Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
- Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.
Stay connected with us on LinkedIn for insights into life at Tate. Join us in our mission to make a difference through exceptional solutions.
Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of post-offer requirements, including a background check and drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
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