Team leader- Tooling

Batesville Tool & Die Inc • Batesville, IN

18h • Onsite

About The Position

What You'll Do Team Leadership & Development • Lead daily operations and job assignments for tooling associates, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment • Train and mentor team members, including co-op students and new hires, building the next generation of tooling talent • Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching to help your team grow • Facilitate shift change meetings and cross-shift communication to ensure seamless handoffs Technical Excellence & Die Maintenance • Oversee repair and maintenance of compound, progressive, transfer, and restrike dies to ensure production readiness • Troubleshoot tooling issues using stop block readings, solder checks, inspection layouts, and progressive strip analysis • Apply your knowledge of trigonometry to calculate die clearance, shear angles, and timing adjustments • Set up and operate manual machines and ProtoTrak equipment, producing precision components from blueprints Production Support & Quality Assurance • Schedule die maintenance after production runs and coordinate change-over procedures • Review press schedules and rate efficiency reports to proactively identify and address problem dies • Participate in die tryouts, verify part quality, and approve tools for production • Support Quality team on corrective actions and customer complaint resolution Continuous Improvement & Documentation • Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement projects, driving process enhancements and cost savings • Complete engineering changes from start to finish, managing print changes and Kanban list updates • Maintain accurate work orders, press logs, and debrief documentation in Plex ERP system • Attend weekly tooling meetings to report on top downtime jobs and drive accountability Requirements What You Bring • High school diploma, GED, or HSE equivalent • Vocational or technical training in machine trades • 3+ years of tooling experience (preferred) • Strong knowledge of die support systems, troubleshooting techniques, and precision measurement • Understanding of trigonometry and ability to read and interpret blueprints • Experience with Plex, VISI, CadMax, or similar software systems • Leadership mindset with a passion for developing others and driving results • Flexibility to work overtime as needed based on business demands Tools & Equipment You'll Use Standard tool room equipment including ProtoTrak, DCM grinder, shear, press brake, and iron worker. Precision measuring instruments. Welders and plasma cutters. Material handling equipment including overhead cranes, pallet jacks, cherry pickers, and tow motors. Computer systems running Plex ERP, VISI, and CadMax software. Your Path Forward At BTD, we invest in our people's growth. As a Team Leader, you'll have opportunities to: • Advance into senior leadership roles such as Tooling Supervisor or Tooling Manager • Earn certifications and degrees through our partnership with Ivy Tech lab with tuition reimbursement and deferment programs • Develop expertise in emerging technologies including servo presses, robotics, machine vision, and 3D printing • Participate in leadership development programs • Travel domestically and internationally to support our facilities in South Carolina and Mexico Work Environment This is an active, hands-on role in our manufacturing environment. You'll spend your day on your feet, working with precision equipment in our temperature-controlled tooling area. The role involves regular lifting up to 30 pounds, occasional lifting up to 60 pounds, and working with machinery, oils, and standard shop conditions. We provide all necessary personal protective equipment including safety glasses, hearing protection, and specialized gear for welding and cutting operations. Batesville Tool & Die is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Ready to Lead? Apply today at btdinc.com/available-positions or contact [phone] and follow prompts to reach the HR department.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or HSE equivalent
• Vocational or technical training in machine trades
• Strong knowledge of die support systems, troubleshooting techniques, and precision measurement
• Understanding of trigonometry and ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Experience with Plex, VISI, CadMax, or similar software systems
• Leadership mindset with a passion for developing others and driving results
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed based on business demands

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of tooling experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and job assignments for tooling associates
• Train and mentor team members
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching
• Facilitate shift change meetings and cross-shift communication
• Oversee repair and maintenance of dies
• Troubleshoot tooling issues
• Apply knowledge of trigonometry to calculate die clearance, shear angles, and timing adjustments
• Set up and operate manual machines and ProtoTrak equipment
• Schedule die maintenance after production runs and coordinate change-over procedures
• Review press schedules and rate efficiency reports
• Participate in die tryouts, verify part quality, and approve tools for production
• Support Quality team on corrective actions and customer complaint resolution
• Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement projects
• Complete engineering changes from start to finish
• Maintain accurate work orders, press logs, and debrief documentation in Plex ERP system
• Attend weekly tooling meetings to report on top downtime jobs and drive accountability

Benefits

• Earn certifications and degrees through our partnership with Ivy Tech lab with tuition reimbursement and deferment programs
• Participate in leadership development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees