Press Tech Production Supervisor
8 days ago
Ripon
Job Description As a Press Tech Group Leader, you will be essential in ensuring efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement of our stamping operations. • This position will be based in Ripon WI. on 1st Shift, Monday through Thursday, 5:00am to 3:00pm. There may be a need to flex hours as needed and occasional overtime required on Fridays., • Must be flexible with shift timing when needed. Technical Oversight: • Optimize the stamping production processes to ensure alignment with company standards and customer requirements., • Apply expertise in tool and die basics to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions., • Foster a culture of servant leadership by empowering, guiding, and mentoring team members., • Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism and commitment to excellence in every task., • Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste., • Implement lean manufacturing principles, with a specific focus on SMED, to achieve quicker and more efficient die changeovers., • Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all stamping equipment and tooling., • Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and tracked to prevent unplanned downtime and extend equipment life., • Lead efforts to reduce die changeover times, applying SMED techniques to streamline and standardize the process., • Train and support shop floor personnel in SMED best practices to ensure consistent and successful application., • Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a safe working environment., • Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including safety, quality and tool room and maintenance to streamline operations., • Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to ensure alignment and achieve operational goals., • Facilitate problem-solving and team decision-making to address challenges and seize opportunities., • Interface with technical staff to ensure proper support, • Establish annual goals and objectives that support the attainment of operating metrics, • Work to continuously improve processes and reduce inventories and work in progress, • Serve as the first point of contact for employees regarding employee relations issues, • Interface with Union Stewards in contract and discipline issues, • Lead projects from conception through to implementation, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met Knowledge/Experience/Education: • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree., • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a stamping or manufacturing environment with a focus on leadership and process optimization., • Strong knowledge of tool and die principles and practices., • Proven experience in implementing process optimization initiatives, with specific expertise in SMED., • Proven servant leadership skills with experience nurturing and developing high-performance teams., • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills., • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills., • Must be self-driven and ambitious with proven leadership capabilities, including providing coaching, mentoring and supervision within a team environment., • Must have availability and flexibility to work a schedule that supports Team Members across multiple shifts / days of the week (including weekends)., • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel)., • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree., • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a stamping or manufacturing environment with a focus on leadership and process optimization., • Strong press background experience required - specifically in metal stamping., • Strong knowledge of tool and die principles and practices., • Proven experience in implementing process optimization initiatives, with specific expertise in SMED., • A minimum of one to three years of experience in a medium/high volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment is preferred., • SMED experience preferred.