Die Shop Lead

Cornerstone Building Brands; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

PTO & holidays

401k & retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands in Bryan, TX seeks a Die Shop Leader to oversee safe, efficient operation of the aluminum extrusion die area, lead the production team, and coordinate daily requirements for quality output.

The role requires 5+ years of extrusion experience, strong communication, and the ability to train others. Overtime and weekend work may be needed; candidacy requires standing for up to 12 hours and 50 lb lifts when necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Aluminum Extrusion experience and die correcting knowledge.
• Strong communication and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to coach and lead a production team.
• Overtime and weekend flexibility, as needed.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with aluminum extrusion equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform die cleaning, polishing and set-up at each press.
• Lead and develop the production team; coordinate schedules.
• Ensure safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Communicate daily with all levels to resolve issues.
• Lead troubleshooting and repair of tooling equipment.
• Identify abnormalities and implement corrective actions.
• Minimize downtime and improve overall equipment performance.
• Maintain 5S adherence in the work area.
• Complete production, quality and operating logs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Die correcting

Aluminum extrusion

Overtime & weekend flexibility

PC skills (Word/Excel)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Morning shift: Monday to Thursday, 3AM start time. Must be able to work up to 12 hours and Fridays and Saturdays as needed.

The Die Shop Leader supports the safe, efficient and consistent operation of the assigned production area. This role provides daily direction to team members, coordinates production requirements, maintains quality and productivity standards, and supports continuous improvement. Perform die cleaning and correction duties, including but not limited to die polishing, assembly and set-up at each press per set extrusion schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all duties in a safe manner
• Effective communication and people management skills
• Lead & Develop the Team
• Prepare work schedules, assign work, and oversee the work product
• Assign and prioritize daily activities
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Support skill development and training initiatives
• Complete required production, quality and operating logs
• Identify and elevate safety, quality, equipment, material or production abnormalities
• Responsible for communicating daily with all levels of employees in order to assist in resolving problems and achieving company goals
• Lead troubleshooting and repair of tooling equipment
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Minimize downtime and improve overall equipment performance
• Promotes 5S adherence
• All other reasonable duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Aluminum Extrusion experience and knowledge of die correcting
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills combined with the ability to coach, train and mentor all levels of associates
• Ability to develop and play a team member role with other plant members
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends, as well as off shift as required
• Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Word and Excel programs required
• Familiarity with aluminum extrusion equipment (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to always wear required PPE and work safely
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment
• Ability to walk, stand and climb for up to 12 hours
• Frequently lift and carry 0–50 lbs.; occasionally lift and carry over 50 lbs.
• Frequently bend, squat, kneel, twist, push/pull and reach overhead
• Frequent use of hands for grasping and fine manipulation

Additional Information

Site Address: 2870 N. Harvey Mitchell Pkwy Suite 400, Bryan, TX 77807

For more information, please call or text:979-922-5148

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

• Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

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