Group Leader, Tool & Die

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is seeking a Tool and Die Maintenance Group Leader to supervise the tool and die department in the Stamping Section. You will coach the team daily, lead problem solving, and ensure safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.

Ideal candidates have CNC milling/turning experience, supervisory background, and strong communication skills. Occasional 1st/2nd shift rotation is expected in this manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of tool and die operations in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience with CNC milling and turning on Blanking/Transfer lines is preferred.
• Supervisory experience in a manufacturing facility is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to prepare presentations for various stakeholders.
• Willingness to rotate between 1st and 2nd shift as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead activities in the tool and die department of the Stamping Section.
• Coach the team daily and communicate effectively to meet objectives.
• Ensure compliance with SIA rules and policies; take corrective action as needed.
• Manage timekeeping and attendance records per SIA policy.
• Collect, record, and analyze information on tool and die activities.
• Provide direct support to Team Leaders and Associates for work tasks.
• Develop professional relationships within the group and with other departments.
• Investigate and lead technical problem-solving for tool and die issues.
• Plan, implement, and manage group activities to hit safety, quality, cost targets.
• Act as tool and die training lead and coordinate daily with Team Leaders.

Skills

CNC Milling

CNC Turning

Supervisory Experience

Industrial Technology

MS Office

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Shift Flexibility

Education

Industrial Technology or equivalent

Job description

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The Tool and Die Maintenance Group Leader is responsible for supervising and leading activities within the tool and die department of the Stamping Section. This role provides day to day coaching and leads their team through effective communication to meet theestablished SIA objectives focused on safety, quality, cost, delivery, and team harmony.

Outline of duties:

• Ensures compliance of all SIA rules, policies, and practices, and takes appropriate corrective action, in accordance with the terms of the Associate Handbook
• Manages timekeeping within the group and attendance records in accordance with SIA Policy
• Collects, records, and analyzes information and maintains documentation regarding tool and die activities as defined by SIA policy, procedure, or practice.
• Provides direct support to Team Leaders and Associates so they may effectively and efficiently accomplish work assignments.
• Builds professional relationships within their group and across departments of SIA.
• Investigates and acts as a technical problem-solving lead for all tool and die related issues and helps determine countermeasure activities.
• Plan, implement & manage group activities to achieve safety, quality, cost & productivity targets.
• Acts as tool and die training lead.
• Daily communication with Team Leaders.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• CNC Mill & Lathe Operation experience
• Industrial Technology or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education
• Three years of supervisory experience in Tool and Die field.
• Expert working knowledge of Class A dies and press set-up of Blanking lines, Transfer, and Servo press lines.
• Previous supervisory experience within a manufacturing facility.
• Proven communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to prepare and perform presentations for all relevant subjects.
• Willingness and ability to rotate between 1st and 2nd shift assignments on a schedule or as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience within project management field.
• Previous experience working in automotive manufacturing.
• Previous experience within project management field.
• Previous experience working in automotive manufacturing.

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce.