Tool & Die Supervisor

Who We Are:

Pretium Packaging is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative packaging solutions for a diverse range of industries. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of our customers while ensuring exceptional customer service at every interaction. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products; we also prioritize creating a positive and collaborative work environment that empowers our employees to thrive. By fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, we aim to drive success for our clients and contribute to sustainable practices in the packaging industry.

Tool & Die Manager

To be an effective Tool & Die Supervisor, one must be aware of Company policies and procedures for performance and accountability.  One must also be familiar with the department equipment, personnel and be aware of quality criteria. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

The tool & Die Maker Supervisor is responsible for all these functions. 

• MACHINING:  Utilizes blueprints, sketched concepts, verbal instructions, various raw materials and machine tools to fabricate and modify. 

• The manufacturing of machine related parts for use in the facilities and plant production. 

• Minor mold modification and repair such as pinch work and flash pockets. 

• The proper record keeping on job cards of beginning and ending times for completed project assignments. 

• PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND MOLD REPAIR:  Performs and documents preventative maintenance for all molds and related tooling.  This work includes but is not limited to radial polishing, replacement of pins and bushings, dimensional inspections, neck/tail swaps, long-term refurbishment, etc. 

• The upkeep and sharpening of mold related tooling, cutting rings, knife blades, etc., as well as the sharpening and upkeep of machine shop related tooling. 

• The routine maintenance of the department machinery such as coolant replacement, oiling, cleaning and minor calibrations. 

• Responsible for a clean and safe working environment.  The work area must maintain company housekeeping standards.  Machine operations will be conducted in a safe and efficient manner with the use of required safety equipment (including safety glasses with side shields, ear plugs and safety shoes). 

• Troubleshoots, coordinates, performs/out-sources and documents all repairs to molds and related. 

• NOTE:  The incumbent will be required to provide their own tools. 

• Responsible for conducting him/herself in a safe manner and adhering to all required safety protocols and policies.  Enforcing all safety policies and procedures with subordinates. 

• Lead, train and supervise the change over crew and tool & die makers (2). 

• Provide reporting data regarding timelines for repair, change overs, and pertinent operational data to the Management Team 

• Required to wear PPE properly in accordance with company standards. 

• Keep the area around your workstation clean and free from dirt and debris; this may include cleaning assigned areas of the building or pieces of equipment as instructed by your Supervisor. 

• Must be able to work assigned shifts, including additional hours and attending after hour meetings as needed.  

• May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.  

Food Safety Responsibilities 

• Monitor and verify activities to ensure that all maintenance work in the facility meet food safety standards in addition to quality standards. 

• Comply with all company food safety and quality assurance procedures and document data correctly at all times. 

• Ensure all work product contact surfaces are restored to sanitary condition after any job completion. 

• Report any product or process failures that could impact food safety of manufactured product to Quality and/or 
  Line/Tooling Supervision. 

 Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 Education and Experience 

• High School Diploma or GED 

• Related background in machine trades, with at least 5 years working experience 

• Tool & Die State Journeyman Certified minimum 

• Supervisory experience of at least 2 years. 

 Competencies 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Productivity - Employee is effective in producing quality products.  Employee is efficient and prudent with utilizing resources to meet operational standards, (production, process).  Employee has a sense of urgency maximizing time. 

• Teamwork - Employee is capable of being approached and easy to work with.  Contributes to the success of the team, communicates clearly individually and in group settings while treating others with respect.  Employee listens to others and works well within diverse groups.  Employee consistently places team needs over individual needs and seeks input from people with different experiences and perspectives and recognizes the differences of opportunities to learn and gain by working together.  Employee values and encourages unique skills and talents. 

• Initiative - Ability to assess and initiate things independently with limited supervision required.  Has the ability to manage resources to get things done and the ability to perform multiple activities to accomplish goals doing more than required or requested in the job.  Plans ahead for upcoming problems or opportunities and takes appropriate action.  Is proactive and anticipates events well in advance to ensure successful outcome. 

• Problem Solving - Employee considers multiple sides of an issue and weighs consequences before making a final decision.  Employee makes informed decisions based on available information and recognizes issues, and determines what actioned is needed to advance the decision-making process.  Employee follows-up as necessary and is easily adaptable to not be discouraged by ambiguous situations and is open to new ideas and processes while adjusting to achieve results. 

• Job Knowledge - Employee demonstrates relevant job knowledge and essential skills, such as work practices, policies, procedures, quality assurance, and technical abilities.  Employee demonstrates self-improvement efforts to enhance skills and knowledge with changes impacting the job while adhering to workplace rules as well as to traditional or socially expected methods of doing business following processes and procedures. 

• Safety - Employee demonstrates the ability and willingness to contribute to a safe and environmentally secure work environment for themselves, their coworkers, and our customers by following established safety procedures.  Employee demonstrates the willingness to actively report and take action to correct identified safety hazards during the day. 

• Quality - Employee demonstrates the ability to produce high quality, accurate results.  Possesses and demonstrates attention to detail and produces work that is accurate and complete.  Employee has the ability to identify problems or potential problems that arise in the course of the day and take the necessary steps to proactively address those issues.  Employee had the ability to discover the root causes of issues and respond with corrective action. 

• Reliability/Dependability - Employee is responsible and accountable for actions, consistent in meeting deadlines and works well with others to follow through on completing tasks.  Employee completes work in a timely, consistent manner and works hours necessary to complete assigned work.  Employee is regularly present and punctual and arrives prepared for work. 

Physical Demands  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

 The employee must frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk on concrete. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, bend or twist.  The employee is occasionally required to push, pull, and/or move materials. 

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high level with ear protection required. 

Disclaimer 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position.  This document in no way states or implies that this is as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from, any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.