ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESSupervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in production and repair of metalworking dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and cutting tools, applying knowledge of design, machining, and tool and die construction. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE- High school diploma or GED- One year of leadership experience in Tool and Die Shop- Graduate of a technical school in machining- Two years of experience in die making- Basic experience programming CNC and EDM- Working knowledge of metric measuring, calipers, micrometers, dial gauges QUALITY RESPONSIBILITY (Preferred Qualifications)- Graduate of a two-year technical Tool and Die course- Four or more years of experience in die making- One or more years as a Lead Technician or trainer in Tool and Die- Ability to perform basic computer functions WORKING CONDITIONS- Creates Tool and Die Shop employee work schedule- Monitors and improves efficiency, knowledge, skills, abilities of Tool and Die personnel- Coordinates production schedules with other areas; communicates priorities; includes building new dies- Maintains open communication with management on activities and concerns PHYSICAL EFFORT- Production: sitting/standing on hard surface; stand/stoop/bend/lift ~50 lbs; continual hand/arm movement- Administrative: sitting long periods; bend/stoop/lift ~20 lbs; extensive reading/computer work- All: vision minimum 20/40 (with/without correction); operates forklift; maintain safety awareness SAFETY EQUIPMENT (Training/Instruction scope)- In absence of subordinate trainers, instructs Die Technicians/Apprentices in equipment/procedures: Band Saw; Manual Milling Machine; Numerical Control Milling Machine; Surface Grinder; CNC (laser and wire); EDM Plunge; Heat Treatment; Die Assembly; Sample Making ADDITIONAL PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS- Mechanical/technical courses; six months production or machine shop experience; one or more years forklift/warehouse/shipping experience- Demonstrated ERP skills/knowledge OTHER DUTIES- Reviews documents to ensure appropriate actions per company policies- Researches/recommends plant/equipment purchases- Ensures Tool and Die Shop cleanliness and order SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES- Liaison for team suggestions/grievances/needs; communicates responses- Observes/evaluates/documents performance, absenteeism, tardiness for appraisals- Enforces company policies; ensures safety compliance- Interviews applicants; recommends transfers and new hires TRAINING REQUIREMENTS- Forklift Certification QUALITY STANDARDS- Provides leadership implementing/maintaining established quality, environmental, and company policies/procedures through communication and training; ensures products meet requirements PHYSICAL DEMANDS / PPE / WORK ENVIRONMENT- Sitting/standing for extended periods; stoop/bend/lift up to 50 lbs; extensive reading/computer work; vision 20/40 (with/without correction)- PPE: Safety shoes, glasses, gloves (as required), ear plugs in production; PPE required for forklift operation- Works in temperature-controlled office/plant with loud presses; dusty, dirty, greasy conditions; sharp edges; exposure to oils