Press Teamleader 1st Shift

AUSTIN TRI-HAWK AUTOMOTIVE INC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AUSTIN TRI-HAWK AUTOMOTIVE INC is looking for a Full-Time Press Leader in Austin, Texas. This role entails providing leadership, ensuring safety compliance, and driving production goals on the press floor. A successful candidate will lead and develop press operators while maintaining a focus on quality and performance.

The position requires a High School diploma and 1-3 years experience in manufacturing. The company values problem-solving and effective communication skills, offering a supportive environment for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in metal stamping or automotive manufacturing.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of stamping press operations, dies, and tooling.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day directions and support to press associates.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies.
• Lead daily press operations to meet production schedules.
• Monitor and drive key performance indicators.

Skills

Leadership and communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of stamping press operations

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Location: Austin, IN 47102 | Type: Full Time | Salary Range: $19.80 - $21.80 | Shift: 1st | Category: Press

Responsibilities

Leadership

• Provide day‑to‑day directions and support to press associates and team leaders
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork on the production floor
• Coach and mentor employees to improve performance, skills, and engagement
• Lead shift meetings, communicate expectations, and reinforce company goals
• Address performance issues constructively and support corrective actions
• Encourage employee involvement in problem‑solving and continuous improvement

Service

• Lead, coach, and develop press operators to achieve safety, quality, and production goals
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, including LOTO and safe work practices
• Drive accountability for performance and behavioral expectations on the floor
• Coordinate cross‑functional support to resolve production and quality issues
• Escalate risks to delivery or quality in a timely and structured manner
• Conduct daily shift meetings focused on performance, priorities, and communication
• Train and certify team members on equipment operation and quality standards

Operations

• Lead daily press operations to meet production schedules and takt time requirements
• Oversee die setup, changeovers, and first‑piece validation to ensure quality at startup
• Monitor and drive key performance indicators (OEE, scrap, downtime, throughput)
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, coordinating with Maintenance as needed
• Enforce standardized work, 5S, and layered process audits (LPA)
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (SMED, waste reduction, efficiency gains)
• Ensure adherence to control plans, PFMEA requirements, and operator instructions
• Support new program launches, including trials, run‑at‑rate, and PPAP readiness

Quality Assurance

• Prepare the press to be ready to run the line before the operator arrives (die setting, fingers, materials, tags, and documentation)
• Ensure a supply of PPE (gloves, sleeves, and other safety items)
• Confirm part quality by checking parts produced, monitoring catchers, and physically inspecting parts
• Ensure scheduled strokes (quantity) are accomplished and track progress toward production target
• Notify coordinator of issues so appropriate countermeasures can be implemented
• Support ISO‑9001 / ISO‑14001 requirements
• Ensure presses/equipment are set up and ready for production on the next scheduled shift

Accountability

Accountable to: Press Coordinator, Press Assistant Manager, Press Manager

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 1‑3 years of experience in metal stamping or automotive manufacturing
• Proven leadership and communication skills
• Strong understanding of stamping press operations, dies, and tooling
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment