At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop the die casting setting team for efficient automotive production.
- Company: Global leader in advanced automotive manufacturing and engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Join a forward-thinking team with opportunities for continuous improvement and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-volume production setting while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in manufacturing and strong knowledge of die casting processes.
The predicted salary is between 32829 - 32829 £ per year.
Our client is a global leader in advanced automotive manufacturing and engineering solutions, delivering innovative body, chassis and lightweight structural technologies to some of the world's leading vehicle manufacturers. They are seeking a DCM Setting Team Leader to lead and develop the die casting setting team, driving safe, efficient and consistent manufacturing performance within a high-volume automotive production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading and developing the DCM Setting team through coaching, mentoring and performance support.
- Ensuring compliance with company Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies across the department.
- Managing day-to-day die casting setting activities to achieve safe, efficient and consistent production.
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency and process stability.
- Leading run-up activities following die changes, identifying improvement opportunities and reducing start-up times.
- Supporting cross-functional improvement projects with a focus on key production performance metrics.
- Working with engineering, quality, production and maintenance teams to identify and resolve process issues.
- Supporting improvements in right-first-time performance through effective problem solving.
- Collecting, analysing and reporting process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge and practical experience of Die Casting Machine (DCM) setting activities.
- Experience coaching, mentoring and developing team members.
- Strong understanding of die casting processes and parameter management.
- Basic knowledge of high-pressure die casting (HPDC) die design.
- Experience implementing process changes and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience with process auditing and maintaining manufacturing standards.
- Strong problem-solving skills with experience using root cause analysis techniques.
- Project management experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading automotive manufacturing organisation and take ownership of a key production function. As a DCM Setting Team Leader, you will play a vital role in improving manufacturing performance, developing team capability and driving continuous improvement across advanced die casting operations.
Die Casting Team Leader in Telford employer: RECRUIT 12
As a global leader in advanced automotive manufacturing, our client offers an exceptional work environment that prioritises safety, efficiency, and quality. Employees benefit from a culture of continuous improvement, with ample opportunities for professional growth through coaching and mentoring. Located in a high-volume production setting, this role not only allows you to lead a dedicated team but also to contribute to innovative solutions that shape the future of automotive engineering.
