This Position is for a Stamping Set Up Specialist with a work location in Warwick, Rhode Island.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Stamping Set Up Specialist, reporting to the Tool Room Supervisor, is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of stamping tooling within the department. This role involves managing a team of tooling technicians, ensuring proper setup of tooling, proper maintenance and repair of stamping tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize tooling processes and support efficient production operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Manage and lead a team of tooling technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure the effective maintenance, repair, and setup of stamping tools.

Collaborate with the Production Unit Manager and other stakeholders to develop and implement tooling strategies, plans, and schedules to support production goals and minimize downtime.

Oversee the inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of stamping tools to ensure optimal performance, longevity, and adherence to quality standards.

Coordinate and prioritize tooling repair and modification projects, ensuring timely completion and minimal impact on production schedules.

Troubleshoot tooling issues and coordinate with internal and external resources, such as tooling suppliers or engineering teams, to implement effective solutions.

Develop and maintain accurate records and documentation related to tooling maintenance, repairs, and modifications.

Outfit the department with tools and procedures to improve setup success rate and reduce setup time.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, quality control, and production, to optimize tooling processes, improve tooling designs, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols, conducting regular safety inspections, and promoting awareness of safe practices among the tooling team.

Stay up to date with industry trends, advancements, and best practices in stamping tooling, and proactively share knowledge with the team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to proficiently use various company-related and external systems and databases.

Ability to proficiently use computer programs such as Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to work effectively with internal/external personnel, and customers.

Ability to proficiently operate office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems). 

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Ability to multi-task and prioritize work to meet time sensitive deadlines.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage several tasks simultaneously.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of hands-on stamp press experience in a manufacturing environment.  

Effective team builder with a minimum of three (3) years direct supervisory experience.

Proven ability to develop employees in a results-driven environment.

Able to read, write, and speak English proficiently.

Detail-oriented and have excellent organizational skills.

Proficient with computers and demonstrated skills in office applications such as MS Word, and Outlook.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described 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. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including standing, sitting, bending, reaching, walking, and stretching.  The employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear.  The employee is frequently required to use hands, handle or feel.  The employee must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting and/or moving light objects up to seventy-five (75) pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision.  Employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and chemicals. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described 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.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee typically works in an industrial manufacturing environment.  The employee may work near moving mechanical machinery and/or vehicles, and the noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.   

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

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