Assistant Manager-Die Shop2026.8

Nanshan America AAT LLC; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanshan America AAT LLC in Lafayette, IN seeks an Assistant Die Shop Manager to lead die correction team, support the Die Shop Manager, and drive die reliability KPIs across aluminum extrusion tooling.

Requires 5–10 years tool and die experience, a Bachelor's in Engineering, CAD and EPICS MRP familiarity, and strong Lean/5S practices; must excel in safety, quality, and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (or combination of work experience and education) in an Engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years aluminum extrusion tool & die experience.
• Proficient in MS Office programs and CAD experience.
• Knowledge of EPICS MRP system preferred (proprietary to aluminum extrusion industry).
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated high level of accuracy and precision in aluminum tool and die work.
• Prior experience working in an ISO Certified manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• At least 2-3 years’ experience leading, coaching and directing teams, as demonstrated through positions of progressive supervisory responsibilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing new product tooling designs for feasibility and manufacturability issues.
• Works with New Product Launch and Extrusion staff to ensure procurement of appropriate dies.
• Sourcing tooling suppliers for new tooling programs and for the repair of existing tools.
• Conducts and manages testing and trials of new dies to ensure quality product.
• Leads die shop staff and supervises the work of die correctors.
• Identifying and implementing opportunities for improvement of dies.
• Conducts training of associates to facilitate career path and growth.
• Works directly with team members and monitors project completion.
• Trains team members on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Performs other required tasks as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

CAD experience

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD

EPICS MRP

Job description

Overview

The Assistant Die Shop Manager provides professional technical expertise for the development of Die Shop employees, assists the Die Shop Manager in evaluation of prospective business capabilities, and leads the die correction team to reach the required Die Reliability KPIs. The Assistant Die Shop Manager will provide guidance, support and follow the direction of the Manager in the following responsibilities of an Aluminum Extrusion manufacturing facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Reviewing new product tooling designs for feasibility and manufacturability issues.
• Works with New Product Launch and Extrusion staff to ensure procurement of appropriate dies.
• Sourcing tooling suppliers for new tooling programs and for the repair of existing tools.
• Conducts and manages testing and trials of new dies to ensure quality product.
• Leads die shop staff and supervises the work of die correctors.
• Identifying and implementing opportunities for improvement of dies.
• Conducts training of associates to facilitate career path and growth.
• Works directly with team members and monitors project completion.
• Trains team members on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Performs other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or combination of work experience and education) in an Engineering or related field.
• 5-10 years aluminum extrusion tool & die experience required.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office programs and CAD experience required.
• Knowledge of EPICS MRP system preferred (proprietary to aluminum extrusion industry).
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated high level of accuracy and precision in aluminum tool and die work.
• Prior experience working in a highly organized, ISO Certified manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• At least 2-3 years’ experience leading, coaching and directing teams, as demonstrated through positions of progressive supervisory responsibilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication and people skills.