HPDC Production Lead — Operations & Process Optimizer

TRG; Bellevue (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TRG is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead the HPDC production department, directing daily activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. You will manage staff, schedules, and KPIs, and report to senior management while establishing SOPs and driving continuous improvement.

You will drive production readiness by installing and commissioning new die-casting equipment, refining process documentation, and ensuring ISO 9001/IATF 16949 compliance.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of HPDC and supporting equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and upkeep maintenance software.
• Understanding of OSHA, EPA, and other governing body regulations for industry.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all daily activities of the HPDC production department to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Manage production staff, including preparing work schedules, assigning tasks, and ensuring adequate shift coverage.
• Establish, monitor, and report on KPIs such as productivity, OEE, quality yield, and on-time delivery; provide reports to senior management.
• Develop, implement, and enforce departmental policies, goals, and SOPs.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate staff performance; conduct regular performance reviews and support career development.
• Lead training and coaching initiatives to elevate technical competency and problem-solving skills.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Establish and oversee a preventive maintenance schedule for all die-casting machinery and auxiliary equipment.
• Manage OSHA and EPA requirements and reporting.
• Overseeing installation, commissioning, and acceptance of new die-casting hardware.
• Participating in retrofit and facility adaptation for new center, planning layout and material flow.
• Developing production process documentation including SOPs, control plans, and equipment protocols.
• Ensuring ISO 9001/IATF 16949 compliance and its effective implementation.
• Leading recruitment, onboarding, and training of key production personnel.

Skills

HPDC knowledge

Leadership

Safety compliance

OEE analysis

Staff management

SOP development

MS Office

Regulatory compliance (OSHA/EPA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

TRG is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead the HPDC production department, directing daily activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. You will manage staff, schedules, and KPIs, and report to senior management while establishing SOPs and driving continuous improvement.

You will drive production readiness by installing and commissioning new die-casting equipment, refining process documentation, and ensuring ISO 9001/IATF 16949 compliance.