Technical Line Leader 2nd Shift

Main Tasks

The Technical Line Leader is responsible for leading the daily operation of production lines while ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability. This position serves as the primary technical resource for operators, troubleshoots production issues, coordinates changeovers, supports maintenance activities, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to meet production goals.

Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership

• Lead and coordinate daily stamping line activities to achieve production schedules.
• Monitor production output, downtime, scrap rates, and efficiency metrics.
• Ensure operators follow standardized work instructions and operating procedures.
• Assist with production planning and staffing requirements.
• Support shift handoffs and communicate operational concerns to leadership.
• Schedule coordination and production supportive documents (BOMs, label, blueprints, qualification matrix and training records)

Technical Support

• Troubleshoot stamping presses, feeding systems, die protection equipment, sensors, automation systems, and peripheral equipment.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Tool & Die, Engineering, and Quality departments to resolve issues.
• Support installation and startup of new equipment and process improvements.

Quality Management

• Verify product quality meets customer and engineering specifications.
• Ensure proper inspections are completed and documented.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement containment and corrective actions.
• Monitor tooling condition and identify potential quality risks.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce all safety procedures and company policies.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and address hazards immediately.
• Ensure proper lockout/tagout procedures are followed during maintenance activities.
• Support continuous improvement of workplace safety standards.

Equipment & Tooling Management

• Monitor die performance and coordinate repairs or PM activities.
• Assist with die changeovers and setup verification.
• Maintain equipment performance through routine inspections and operator care activities.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to reduce downtime, scrap, and changeover times.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in production and downtime review meetings.

Training & Development

• Train and mentor operators on equipment operation and troubleshooting.
• Ensure team members are cross-trained and qualified.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to production personnel.
• Support onboarding of new employees.

Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of experience in a metal stamping environment.
• Experience with automated production systems, presses, feeders, and stamping dies.
• Previous leadership or team lead experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of stamping press operation and die setup.
• Understanding of quality systems and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, process sheets, and production documentation.
• Experience with downtime tracking and production reporting.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and production management systems.