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Tool & Die, Team Lead

Magna · Birmingham, AL

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Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Degree
Required (or equivalent experience)
Industry
Automotive
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Magna (automotive) in Birmingham, AL. Ensure a quality product (measuring tools, part inspection and fixtures) and know the quality procedures.

They ask for
degree required (or equivalent experience)
Tools it names
Lean, 5S, TPM, Kanban, Root cause, Stamping

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How this role compares

Against 29 other live manufacturing postings in Alabama.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • CNC 80%
  • ✓ Tooling 73%
  • Machining 67%
  • GD&T 33%
  • ✓ Team leadership 27%
  • ✓ Lean 20%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, Kanban, Stamping, Welding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

At a glance

Promotion path mentionedLifts up to 40 lbs

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responsibilities

as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Responsibilities

To lead, direct and support Press Tool & Die employees safely and efficiently, to coordinate and communicate with other departments, follow safe work methods, and to conform to the Employee’s Charter principles and plant standards.

Responsibility and authority

Responsible for leading the team to provide technical support to ensure tooling meets equipment efficiencies. Provide effective leadership to the team while promoting the Employee’s Charter and Charter Principles.

Essential functions of the positions

Follow and enforce all plant safety rules and policies. Understand and promote Magna’s philosophies (Magna Operational Principles, Corporate Constitution and Employee’s Charter). Ensure daily pre-shift inspections are completed and conduct planned inspection audits on each shift Routinely make visual inspections of emergency evacuation routes correcting any safety concerns immediately Within 24 hours of an accident/incident complete accident investigations identifying root cause and corrective action Conduct weekly safety talks in pre-shift meetings and ensure employees sign safety training roster. Fills in for Team Members that need to temporarily leave the line (emergency, bathroom break, etc.) Follow and ensure that employees comply with all operational/procedures/policies as stated in the employee Environmental Health and Safety programs and conduct Team Safety Talks as required. Immediately attend to all accidents and injuries and initiate the accident and injury investigation, while following up to ensure procedure implementation and completion. Utilize interactive management principles when implementing corrective discipline procedures in dealing with employees, encourage professional development to enhance team performance, and cross train to maximize flexibility and coverage to accommodate vacations and absences Provide timely coaching, counseling, and feedback to employees through one-on-one sessions, performance evaluations, and regular team meetings to ensure fulfillment of policies, practices, and procedures Schedule, supervise, coordinate and direct the activities of employees and equipment to ensure that quality and productivity standards are met. Ensure a quality product (measuring tools, part inspection and fixtures) and know the quality procedures. Promote teamwork, maintain accurate paperwork/production reports to facilitate shift to shift transitions, verify that finished products are stored properly and develop set-up procedures Participate/initiate continuous improvements and take advantage of cost reduction opportunities. Participate and implement Lean activities as they are introduced such as 5S, Kanban, PDCA’s and Standardized work. Ensure the improvement of Press Department KPI’s by participating in the tracking and enhancement measures that are implemented. Support company and customer quality systems, continuous improvement and lean manufacturing process Take daily line UPS/Carry over/PM’s/Red tag issues/Follow ECN and tooling improvement Assist toolmakers in decisions on tool repair and ensure the work is being done in a timely manner Maintain TPM of all tooling, and make sure all tooling is ready to meet press schedules Maintain open communication and provide continued support with other departments with any changes, problems, or special projects Perform other duties as required

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What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied

Group Summary

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job

SKILL (Ability to do the job)

  • •Ability to work in team environment
  • •Must be willing to work extended or flexible hours as required to meet production demands
  • •Must possess interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  • •Must have good working knowledge and understanding of the stamping process
  • •Must have strong team-focused and leadership abilities
  • •Ability to work in stressful situations
  • •Must be willing to work in various locations within and outside the facility
  • •Must be able to convert metrics to standard procedures
  • •Must be able to initiate productivity improvements
  • •Ability to use all tool room equipment and measuring tools

Physical demands

Some of the physical demands of this position include the ability to lift 40 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods of time, and occasional bending or stooping.

Equipment / tools used

Some of the equipment and tolls used are mics, calipers, mills, lathes, drills, welders, various hand tools, crane, band saw, cut off saw, heat treat equipment, tow motor, and computer.­­­­

Knowledge

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; 2-year degree from a technical college with an emphasis in Tool & Die, or equivalent experience

TECHNICAL TRAINING: Tool & Die Apprenticeship preferred, CAD/Blueprint reading

OTHER: Computer skills; Basic Microsoft Word and Excel

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