Die Shop Supervisor

Ensures that the die shop is operated in as efficient and problem free manner as possible during all three (3) shifts and that all tooling repairs are performed in a timely and accurate manner.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Authorizes and subsequently reviews all repairs to tooling. Organizes and assigns departmental workload so as to maximize efficiency and timeliness. 
• Maintain Die Repair Orders (DROs) in Oracle to track tooling repairs and enter MSO for tooling routed to outside repair shops
• Instructs, guides, supervises, motivates and evaluates die shop staff regarding the daily performance of their assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable Company policies and procedures.
• Reviews work orders and time spent on jobs on a daily and weekly basis to ensure accuracy, quality and efficiency of shop performance.
• Coordinate with outside shops working on Howmet tooling, assign and track due dates, communicate scope of work and provide purchase orders to cover work costs.  
• Oversees purchasing of routine and special-order die shop supplies, mechanical parts, cutting tools to ensure appropriate and timely availability of components for maintenance as needed. Monitors expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness of purchases.
• Coordinates the daily and long-term scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of Company equipment to ensure the safest and most cost-effective operations.
• Maintains and monitors IAM Die Sinker Apprentice program. Monitors Apprentice progression and balances work to expose Apprentices to all required 
• Resolves problems that arise within the shop in an impartial and effective manner guided by Company policies and practices, as well as any applicable local, state, or federal statutes or regulations.
• Establishes and maintains productive working relationship with other Howmet Inc. departments and employees.
• Ensures that all activity in area of responsibility is conducted in accordance with the Company's safety program and all related procedures and practices. Ensures that all subordinates are trained in appropriate safety procedures and Toolbox Talks
• Performs other related duties as required by business necessity or assigned by management.

For this position to be successful, preference is given to candidates with: 

• The ability to effectively communicate (verbally and written) and delegate while maintaining forward motion on key deliverables.
• A high degree of interpersonal skills to motivate and influence others, including those not under their direct supervision.
• Demonstrated ability of problem solving, systems thinking, project management, and team building.
• Knowledge and experience in applying lean manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree, from an accredited institution, in Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering, or Business. 

Working Conditions

This position involves minimal exposure to risk of accident and requires following basic safety precautions. Work is normally performed in a shared work environment, divided between the shop floor and an atypical office space. While not exposed to hazardous materials, this position requires wearing full PPE to protect from mobile equipment and hot materials when on the shop floor. 

This position requires light to moderate physical activity, such as walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time.

This position also requires a willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule, which includes working the occasional weekend.