Press Teamleader 1st Shift

Job Details: Location: Austin, IN 47102 | Type: Full Time | Salary Range: $19.80 - $21.80 | Shift: 1st | Category: Press Responsibilities Leadership Provide day‑to‑day directions and support to press associates and team leaders Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork on the production floor Coach and mentor employees to improve performance, skills, and engagement Lead shift meetings, communicate expectations, and reinforce company goals Address performance issues constructively and support corrective actions Encourage employee involvement in problem‑solving and continuous improvement Service Lead, coach, and develop press operators to achieve safety, quality, and production goals Ensure compliance with all safety policies, including LOTO and safe work practices Drive accountability for performance and behavioral expectations on the floor Coordinate cross‑functional support to resolve production and quality issues Escalate risks to delivery or quality in a timely and structured manner Conduct daily shift meetings focused on performance, priorities, and communication Train and certify team members on equipment operation and quality standards Operations Lead daily press operations to meet production schedules and takt time requirements Oversee die setup, changeovers, and first‑piece validation to ensure quality at startup Monitor and drive key performance indicators (OEE, scrap, downtime, throughput) Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, coordinating with Maintenance as needed Enforce standardized work, 5S, and layered process audits (LPA) Drive continuous improvement initiatives (SMED, waste reduction, efficiency gains) Ensure adherence to control plans, PFMEA requirements, and operator instructions Support new program launches, including trials, run‑at‑rate, and PPAP readiness Quality Assurance Prepare the press to be ready to run the line before the operator arrives (die setting, fingers, materials, tags, and documentation) Ensure a supply of PPE (gloves, sleeves, and other safety items) Confirm part quality by checking parts produced, monitoring catchers, and physically inspecting parts Ensure scheduled strokes (quantity) are accomplished and track progress toward production target Notify coordinator of issues so appropriate countermeasures can be implemented Support ISO‑9001 / ISO‑14001 requirements Ensure presses/equipment are set up and ready for production on the next scheduled shift Accountability Accountable to: Press Coordinator, Press Assistant Manager, Press Manager Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred 1‑3 years of experience in metal stamping or automotive manufacturing Proven leadership and communication skills Strong understanding of stamping press operations, dies, and tooling Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment #J-18808-Ljbffr AUSTIN TRI-HAWK AUTOMOTIVE INC