Press Lead - Press Team Leader

North American Stamping•Portland, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Come grow with us! We are seeking a Press Lead at our facility in Portland, TN. Your success is our success… Founded in 1978, North American Stamping Group is a Tier II supplier of components, systems and aftermarket products for the automotive industry with a core business market consisting of seating, ride control, exhaust components, heat shields, noise, vibration and harness (NVH), chassis and structural and window regulators. Our sales have grown annually at a compounded rate of 18.0% for the last eight years, tripling our business, making us an industry leader in the manufacturing of stampings and automated assemblies.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Prefer Associates Degree or equivalent experience of at least 2 years in a fast-paced Production Environment with an emphasis in Stamping / Welding.
Demonstrated Leadership, Communication, & Facilitation Skill Sets
Minimum two (2) years press experience with progressive, &/or transfer dies, &/or weld assembly processes.
Tow motor experience lifting dies and heavy loads.
Demonstrated capability of using measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
Intermediate skills in the use of EXCEL & Microsoft WORD
Proficient Math, Computer, & Communication skills
Excellent Organization and interpersonal Skills
Excellent writing and computer skills
Excellent leadership skills
Interest and skill in developing subordinates
Accountable - Teachable - Approachable
Able to flex to address changing needs
Ability to problem solve.
Communication Skills for Managers
PMA Press Training
New Hire Orientation
TQPS Training
TS-16949
ShopEdge training
Yellow Belt (Six Sigma)
Drug Free Workplace
In-Die Sensoring
Production Associate Baseline Training & Certification
Available for on & off-site Training as deemed appropriate.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance to Safety Policies and Practices
Ensure 5-S standards are maintained - Daily verification of items on 5S checklist
Ensure & enforce the use of Safety Blocks
Follow the lockout/tagout procedure.
Keep all safety curtain/guards in place during operation
Review & submit suggestions to improve the Safety Environment in assigned areas.
Audit part quality throughout the shift
Assist associate on first/last off part quality at changeover
Verify Final visual audit inspection of all parts leaving press area for quality
Verify that containment pans are being used as specified for batch quantities.
Ensure proper containment procedures are followed when poor quality is detected
Ensure Containment Checklist procedures are executed if product becomes contaminated.
Arrange manpower as needed to meet production requirements
Confirm attendance of Team members and report out to the Group Leader.
Quickly assist associates when machines go idle - escalate problem to next level
Able to fill-in as needed for any assigned job in the area of responsibility.
Follow the Standard Operating Procedures guidelines-dies come out of press if they aren't running
Assist associates in changeovers - conduct external elements prior to start of changeover
Responsible for appraisal & discipline of work team members.
Conduct walk-thru's for confirmation of Associates adherence to daily activities - 5-S, TPM, etc.
Hourly review of Production Lean Boards.
Write & follow-up on Work Orders as needed for repairs in assigned area.
Suggest methods of improvement, (i.e. Continuous Improvement Plan & A.I. Team Suggestion Routers)
Identify training needs of Associates.
Attend Management A.I. Team monthly to report out on cell progress & opportunities.
Assure compliance of self and subordinates with NASG procedures and standards.
Continuous interaction with associates to drive the TQPS philosophy (Lean Boards, C/O, A.I. teams, etc.…)
Relieve Associates for unscheduled breaks.
Ensure all 31-day charts, 5S checklist, TPM checks, reports, etc.… are turned in and replenished as required.
Report all Quality, Production, or Safety problems to the Group Leader.
Find problem - fix problem (Initiate Temporary Process Change when problems can't be quickly resolved)
Ensure work orders are submitted for items needing repair in your area
Assist Group Leaders in tracking all Work Orders, Tooling or Maintenance, for timely & accurate repairs.
Be available for A.I. team meetings as required & requested.
Keep die set-up sheets up to date
Ensure adequate information is passed down to on-coming shifts to avoid unnecessary downtime
100% commitment to the TQPS principles
Challenge the status quo.
Demonstrate a positive attitude/outlook
Demonstrate strong work ethic, job knowledge, and honesty to gain/keep the respect of associates
Take ownership of Cell & identify deficiencies as they are discovered.
Model and promote teamwork to ensure achievement of objectives
Lead by example
Capable of lifting 50 pounds
Work non-routine hours as required to maintain production schedule compliance.
Self-disciplined & self-directed to apply time as value added