Toolroom Foreperson

Company: Nesco Resource
Location: Stratford
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Reports To Toolroom Supervisor. The position serves as a focal point of all production tools and machine maintenance within the company and requires coordination of work with other department managers, toolroom personnel, and engineering personnel to ensure all repairs and new tooling projects are performed and delivered in a timely manner. RESPONSIBILITIES: Assign work assignments and track progress to make sure deadlines and schedules are met. Assist in troubleshooting and solving technical problems. Analyze tooling break downs and implement corrections for improvement. Responsible training new employees, apprentices and other employees of the tool room. Train new employees and assist them during their training period. Recommended hire, promotion, or termination and give warnings. Conduct performance evaluations and recommend salary changes. Responsible for overall safety, housekeeping, and machine maintenance within the department. Research and suggest capital equipment as needed for improved capabilities and machinery methods. Responsible for creating and tracking of work orders and collaborating with department managers on job status. Effective resource management. Record all tool changes/modifications and create Design History File (DHF) and collaborate with effected department managers. Oversee that work performed by employees is accurate. Work and communicate well with management and co-workers. Direct and instruct other tool & die makers, and apprentices on proper procedures and practices. QUALIFICATIONS: Strong knowledge of progressive stamping dies, die cast mold designs and machining. 8-10 years' managerial experience working in a toolroom environment. 5-10 years' experience working with the building, repairing, and troubleshooting progressive stamping dies and zinc die cast or injection molds. Working knowledge of all toolroom related equipment and machinery (conventional machines, CNC, EDM, etc.)

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