Tool Prep & Reconditioning Lead
About The Position
The Tool Prep & Reconditioning Department Lead assists the Production Supervisor in overseeing daily operations in the TP&R Department, ensuring tools are prepared and reconditioned to high quality standards. The role helps establish department structure, lead and develop the team, maintain schedules and priorities, and support continuous improvements to tool management and processing throughout the organization while upholding safety, quality, and company standards. The position is on-site during scheduled business hours. The stated hours are 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends and holidays as scheduled by leadership. Remote or work-from-home arrangements require advance review and approval by the employee’s manager.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least five years of experience in composite manufacturing.
- Previous body work and composite experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
- Team-oriented approach and the ability to maintain composure and professionalism under pressure.
- Positive, can-do attitude and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident in compliance with ITAR regulations.
- Must pass required respirator fit testing and remain clean-shaven where a tight-fitting respirator seals to the face, in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Must be able to wear a tight-fitting respirator for the duration of the assigned shift, as required by the position.
- Must complete applicable respiratory protection requirements, including medical evaluation and respirator fit testing, and annual fit testing with additional medical evaluations as required.
- Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Oversee department employees to ensure tools are prepared and reconditioned to high quality standards.
- Supervise the department schedule and ensure daily requirements are met.
- Communicate with Planning and Production to clarify priorities.
- Manage training and development for new TP&R employees.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Adapt to schedule and priority changes.
- Cooperate with maintenance and management of the Mold Tracker report.
- Address personnel issues in conjunction with Human Resources.
- Complete and issue performance reviews on time.
- Contribute to team efforts by completing related tasks as needed.
- Follow health and safety procedures and workplace policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
- 401(k) matching after six months of tenure.
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick days.
- Employee referral program.
- Shift differential for second-shift employees.
- Potential quarterly discretionary bonuses based on company performance.
- Discounts on select services and products.
- Climate-controlled work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
