Premier Global Links LLC is seeking an experienced Press Tech Group Leader to lead stamping operations, improve manufacturing performance, and develop a high-performing production team in Ripon, WI.
This on-site leadership role is well suited for a manufacturing professional with 5+ years of stamping or manufacturing experience, strong tool and die knowledge, and demonstrated experience with SMED, lean manufacturing, process optimization, preventive maintenance, and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily stamping operations to meet safety, quality, productivity, and delivery goals.
- Optimize stamping processes and troubleshoot tooling, equipment, and production issues.
- Apply tool and die knowledge to identify problems and implement effective solutions.
- Partner with Engineering and Design teams to improve dies, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
- Lead SMED initiatives to reduce die changeover time and improve production efficiency.
- Identify opportunities to reduce waste, inventory, and work in process through continuous improvement.
- Develop and oversee preventive maintenance programs for stamping equipment and tooling.
- Monitor production metrics and use data to drive operational improvements.
- Lead manufacturing improvement projects from planning through implementation.
- Develop project plans, coordinate resources, and track schedules, budgets, and results.
- Coach, mentor, and develop team members through regular feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
- Conduct team meetings and promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and servant leadership.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Safety, Tool Room, Maintenance, and other technical teams.
- Establish annual goals aligned with operational and production metrics.
- Support employee relations matters and work with Union Stewards regarding contract and disciplinary issues.
- Promote safe work practices and compliance with manufacturing and safety standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- 5+ years of experience in stamping or manufacturing, including leadership and process optimization.
- Strong knowledge of tool and die principles and practices.
- Demonstrated experience implementing SMED and manufacturing process improvement
initiatives.
- Proven ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop manufacturing teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to flex work hours and support operational needs across multiple shifts and days when required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a medium- or high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Experience with stamping production and die changeovers.
- Experience developing or managing preventive maintenance programs.
- Experience working with cross-functional manufacturing teams.
- Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
Schedule
1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Flexibility to support other shifts and days, including weekends, as needed.
- Occasional Friday overtime may be required.
Benefits
Benefits and employment details will be provided during the hiring process.
Premier Global Links LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.