Technical Line Leader 2nd Shift

Main Tasks

Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership

• Lead and coordinate daily stamping line activities to achieve production schedules.
• Monitor production output, downtime, scrap rates, and efficiency metrics.
• Ensure operators follow standardized work instructions and operating procedures.
• Assist with production planning and staffing requirements.
• Support shift handoffs and communicate operational concerns to leadership.
• Schedule coordination and production supportive documents (BOMs, label, blueprints, qualification matrix and training records)

Technical Support

• Troubleshoot stamping presses, feeding systems, die protection equipment, sensors, automation systems, and peripheral equipment.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Tool & Die, Engineering, and Quality departments to resolve issues.
• Support installation and startup of new equipment and process improvements.

Quality Management

• Verify product quality meets customer and engineering specifications.
• Ensure proper inspections are completed and documented.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement containment and corrective actions.
• Monitor tooling condition and identify potential quality risks.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce all safety procedures and company policies.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and address hazards immediately.
• Ensure proper lockout/tagout procedures are followed during maintenance activities.
• Support continuous improvement of workplace safety standards.

Equipment & Tooling Management

• Monitor die performance and coordinate repairs or PM activities.
• Assist with die changeovers and setup verification.
• Maintain equipment performance through routine inspections and operator care activities.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to reduce downtime, scrap, and changeover times.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in production and downtime review meetings.

Training & Development

• Train and mentor operators on equipment operation and troubleshooting.
• Ensure team members are cross-trained and qualified.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to production personnel.
• Support onboarding of new employees.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in a metal stamping environment.
• Experience with automated production systems, presses, feeders, and stamping dies.
• Previous leadership or team lead experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of stamping press operation and die setup.
• Understanding of quality systems and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, process sheets, and production documentation.
• Experience with downtime tracking and production reporting.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and production management systems.