Job Description

"An Equal Opportunity Employer” It is the policy of North American Stamping Group to provide employment, training, promotion, and other conditions of Employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or status as a qualified individual with a disability or other status protected by law.

Come grow with us…North American Stamping is expanding and looking to hire. We are looking for an experienced Tool and Die Team Leader to join our team located at our TNS facility (1895 Mines Rd in Pulaski, Tennessee)! This position is for 2nd shift and reports to the Tooling Manager. Starting wage $35.75 plus an additional 7.5% shift premium. This position is eligible for Performance Bonus. These bonuses are added to your hourly rate and can be as much as $3/hr, after 6 months!

North American Stamping Group is a privately held company founded in 1978. We continue to explore the most innovative processes and technologies to stay on the leading edge of the automotive industry. Our strategic locations within North America allows us the manufacturing footprint to cover you in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. NASG is an industry leader in the manufacturing of stampings and automated assemblies. A Tier II supplier of components, systems and aftermarket products for the automotive industry with a core business market consisting of seating, ride control, exhaust components, heat shields, noise, vibration and harness (NVH), chassis and structural and window regulators.

Your success is our success… Our sales have grown annually at a compounded rate of 18.0% for the last eight years, tripling our business, while making us one of the largest leading Tier II automotive stamping and assembly suppliers.

What you get in return …The most competitive pay in the industry based upon your skill level, along with a full benefits package.

SALARY / BENEFITS

• This position is eligible for Performance Bonus. These bonuses are added to your hourly rate and can be as much as $3/hr.
• 7.5% Shift Premium if applicable.
• Employees become eligible for Insurance after 30 days of employment. These insurances include:
  1. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, AD&D, Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness
• Employer Paid Basic Life and A&D – ​NASG provides all Full-Time eligible employees with Employer-Paid Life and AD&D insurance in the amount of 1x annual base salary, up to $200,000. This is provided by your employer at no cost to you.
• 401(k) Program
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off

GENERAL SUMMARY

Assist the Production Department to produce efficiently by keeping tooling and equipment in good working order. Provide direction to Tool & Die Makers to ensure timely repair and Preventative Maintenance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

A. Work from tool room schedule to ensure that production tooling and equipment is ready to meet customer requirements.

B. Troubleshoot tooling problems at presses.

C. Work with all employees to continuously improve quality and production.

D. Work on production equipment when necessary to maintain production.

E. Requisition supplies and spare parts for tool room and dies and keep these areas organized.

F. Maintain clean work areas and ensure that all others do the same.

G. Work with outside tradesman as required.

H. Available for overtime as required.

I. Available for training as required.

J. Suggest methods of improvement (i.e. Continuous Improvement Plan)

K. Interpret prints for tooling modifications, accuracy, &/or improvements.

L. Work with Engineers to create &/or modify prints to reflect changes.

M. Perform Preventive maintenance by assignment.

N. Must be able to make necessary decisions to keep production operating in an efficient manner.

O. Lead by example.

P. Hard work, job knowledge, and honesty will create respect and make you a leader.

Q. Ensure all employees follow the safety policies.

R. Look for ways to improve given the environment.

S. Keep work areas clean.

T. Follow all safety rules.

U. Follow the lockout/tagout procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

At least 5 years of Tool & Die Maker experience is required in addition to at least 3 years of manufacturing experience in a metal stamping facility.
At least 1 year of experience leading small teams or group projects.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED is required.

Certified Toolmaker

Personal/Technical Skills:

Self-motivated, self-directed and able to make and meet specific goals in the Tooling Department·

Willing to learn simple electronics for sensor program assistance

Must have an ability to effectively lead a group of people in a direction that most benefits the company.

Language Skills:

Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language (English).

Computer/Software:

Willing to learn or possess computer skills including Excel, Word, Shop Edge, PowerPoint, and CAD.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand and walk for up to 10 hours

Able to work flexible hours as needed

must be able to lift, carry, hold and manipulate loads up to 50 lbs

Dexterity to manipulate hand tools and parts

Acceptable vision and hearing with or without appropriate prescribed aides

Able to work within environment that has temperature fluctuations

North American Stamping Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

North American Stamping Group is a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.