Tool & Die Team Manager at Ford Global Career Site

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tool & Die Design, Fabrication, Repair Process, Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Production Experience, Maintenance Experience, Quality Experience, Die Construction, Tryout Experience, Dimension Control, CMM Data, Teamcenter, Catia, Six Sigma

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Compliance to budget and management system requirements. Oversees operation of the Tool Shop activities such as but not limited to; work assignments, shift assignments to insure efficient and continued operation of the Tool Shop. Insure that required repairs, modifications, EC and PC changes are completed within the time frame required. Coordinates and interfaces with all activities involving all internal and external tooling activities. Prepares as needed customer tooling status updates. Makes required purchases of cutting tools, end mills, files, drills, grinding wheels and other necessary supplies to the operation of the department efficiently. Maintain tool shop area and keeps equipment in good operating condition and repair. Communicate both verbally and in writing, ideas, and procedures effectively. Cooperates with personnel in all departments by making cost estimates, completion dates, and updating progress of tools. Assist Engineering Department when required. Includes troubleshooting new and existing jobs, cycle improvement, quality improvement and tooling function. Control the shipment entering and leaving the Tool Shop to either other business units or outside vendors. Coach safety, quality, and productivity teams to ensure objectives are met through the development of and adherence to standardized work. Through process confirmation and building worker accountability, ensure that the production line is running safely, smoothly, and producing quality parts. Drive the Manage the Change (MTC) process. Ensure compliance to process and communicate changes to Team Members Strategic planning and coordination of Kaizen (Continuous Improvement) activities to achieve Safety, Quality, and Productivity objectives. Six Sigma problem solving skills to support continuous improvement mentality. Drive and optimize Preventive Maintenance (PMs) processes. Established and active employee resource groups High School Diploma or GED Required 5 years of Supervisor experience Working knowledge of automotive die forming - Class “A” Automotive Working knowledge of Tool & Die design, fabrication, and repair process Experience with Microsoft, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Must have leadership skills to lead, empower, and develop Salary and Hourly employees Strong communication skills (verbal & written). Must be able to summarize complex issues. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Production, Maintenance and/or Quality experience. Die construction and Tryout experience. Understanding of Dimension Control and CMM data. Knowledge of Teamcenter and Catia Ability to work rotating shifts and hours, including days, nights, and weekends A Bachelors Degree

Responsibilities

Oversee the operation of the Tool Shop, ensuring efficient work and shift assignments. Coordinate tooling activities and maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders.