Die Tech Supervisor

Panasonic Avionics Corporation; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Panasonic Avionics Corporation is seeking a Die Tech Supervisor to lead the Tool & Die team in our Sparks, NV facility. You will oversee tooling, dies, and fixtures, mentor technicians, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity while supporting new product launches.

You will optimize maintenance, track costs, drive Kaizen, and collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance to reduce downtime and improve tooling performance.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a technical machining/stamping and forging manufacturing environment.
• High volume manufacturing experience strongly desired.
• Experience with Lean and 5S systems extremely beneficial.
• Candidates must be a good communicator and have excellent problem solving and people skills.
• Must have working‑level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise production employees, handling hiring, training, performance reviews, and employee relations in alignment with company policies.
• Provide regular feedback, conduct semi‑annual reviews, and drive team development through training workshops and mentorship.
• Ensure production goals are met by monitoring KPIs (Safety, Quality, Production, Financial, Manpower).
• Oversee defect, material loss, and expense trends; assign corrective actions and enforce strict control over consumables.
• Lead Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and reduce costs.
• Enforce safety protocols, investigate incidents, and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Conduct root‑cause analyses using 5‑WHY, 8D, fishbone, and 4M methodologies.
• Manage die set maintenance schedules and repair tracking systems.
• Develop and distribute reference materials, procedures, and daily work logs.
• Coordinate with purchasing to manage spare parts inventory and evaluate supplier products.
• Plan and execute tooling operations based on blueprints and specifications.
• Assemble, inspect, and test dies and tools using precision instruments.
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures and escalate issues to support teams.
• Work with engineering, quality, and production teams on new product launches and improvement projects.
• Coordinate with other supervisors to align cross‑departmental activities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean/5S

Problem solving

Communication

English language

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school certification/degree

Manufacturing leadership experience

Tools

SolidWorks

3D CAD software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Die Tech Supervisor? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world‑class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!

Responsibilities

Die Tech Supervisor

Shift: Monday-Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm

Department: Top Cap Unit - Tool & Die

Job Summary: Oversees daily operations of the Tool and Die team in the Top Cap Press area, ensuring tooling, dies, and fixtures run efficiently to meet production goals. Leads and mentors technicians, assigns tasks, and enforces safety, quality, and productivity standards. Collaborates with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to support new product launches and drive continuous improvement. Manages preventative maintenance schedules, minimizes downtime, and optimizes tooling performance. Tracks parts usage, repair costs, and recommends process enhancements. Requires strong technical expertise in machining, stamping, and die maintenance, along with proven leadership and problem‑solving skills.

Essential Duties

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Directly supervises production employees, handling hiring, training, performance reviews, and employee relations in alignment with company policies.
• Provides regular feedback, conducts semi‑annual reviews, and drives team development through training workshops and mentorship.

Production & Quality Oversight

• Ensures production goals are met by monitoring KPIs (Safety, Quality, Production, Financial, Manpower).
• Oversees defect, material loss, and expense trends; assigns corrective actions and enforces strict control over consumables.
• Leads Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and reduce costs.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforces safety protocols, investigates incidents, and implements permanent corrective actions.
• Conducts root‑cause analyses using 5‑WHY, 8D, fishbone, and 4M methodologies.

Tooling & Maintenance

• Manages die set maintenance schedules and repair tracking systems.
• Develops and distributes reference materials, procedures, and daily work logs.
• Coordinates with purchasing to manage spare parts inventory and evaluate supplier products.

Technical Expertise

• Plans and executes tooling operations based on blueprints and specifications.
• Assembles, inspects, and tests dies and tools using precision instruments.
• Troubleshoots mechanical failures and escalates issues to support teams.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Works with engineering, quality, and production teams on new product launches and improvement projects.
• Coordinates with other supervisors to align cross‑departmental activities.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

Qualifications

Education

• Basic/Required: High School Diploma, GED (General Education Development) or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Technical School certification/degree and two to five years of leadership/supervisory experience working in a technical machining/stamping and forging manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Essential Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a technical machining/stamping and forging manufacturing environment.
• High volume manufacturing experience strongly desired.
• Experience with Lean and 5S systems extremely beneficial.
• Candidates must be a good communicator and have excellent problem solving and people skills.
• Must have working‑level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment.

Desired Skills

Engineering & Technical Knowledge

• Practical understanding of engineering principles and technologies used in manufacturing.
• Proficient in design techniques and 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
• Strong foundation in mathematics including algebra, geometry, calculus, and statistics.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems, tools, and equipment maintenance.
• Familiarity with production processes, quality control, and cost optimization.

Operations & Equipment Handling

• Skilled in operating and monitoring machinery and production systems.
• Ability to select appropriate tools and equipment for specific tasks.
• Experienced in troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues.
• Capable of performing routine maintenance and mechanical repairs.

Analytical & Problem‑Solving Abilities

• Proficient in identifying problems and conducting root cause analysis.
• Strong deductive and inductive reasoning skills.
• Able to visualize and plan complex assemblies and tooling layouts.
• Skilled in organizing information and recognizing patterns.

Precision & Manual Skills

• Excellent manual dexterity for handling and assembling components.
• Accurate in using precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers).
• Strong near vision for detailed inspection and assembly tasks.

Communication & Comprehension

• Effective reading comprehension for technical documents and procedures.
• Clear communicator with the ability to interpret and apply company policies.

Pre‑employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.