Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor jobs in Hickory, NC

Inside the Role

We Take Care of Our Team

This position offers:

Starting at Top Pay of $31.52/hr
Additional $0.75/hr shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift

Benefits includes: Sign-On Bonus, Relocation Assistance, Pension Retirement Program, Paid Holiday, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K Matching, Life Insurance, Tuition Assistance, Quarterly Attendance Bonus, Wellness Benefit - Premise Health (Employees/Dependents Only)

• Maintain, Repair, and Build Dies, Jigs, Fixtures and Detailed Tooling Components.
• Install and repair die tooling, working with Progressive Stamping Presses.
• Able to trouble-shoot probable causes of defective parts pertaining to tool die repairs.
• Able to use root-cause failure analysis to make improvements.
• Working knowledge of Auto-Cad for reading blue prints and mapping die components.
• Must be able to operate Manual Mills, Lathes, Surface Grinders, and CNC Equipment.
• Able to operate all Tool Die Equipment
• Hands on experience with drill presses, die grinders, air tools and basic tool and die hand tools
• Hands on experience with calipers, micrometers, and other measurement equipment
• EDM experience would be a plus.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Knowledge You Should Bring

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent; An attached resume is required
• Must be able to work any shift
• Journeyman Card presently held as an approved UAW Skilled Trade, or
• Documentation showing a Bona Fide Apprenticeship equaling 4 years/8000 hours experience and holds a certificate to substantiate service or qualification in a trade, or
• Documentation substantiating 8 years of practical experience in the Industrial Maintenance fieldwith certifiable proof
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to set-up and operate Tool Die equipment.
• Must be able to read blue prints and use Auto-Cad Technology.
• Hands on experience with mechanical and electrical tools used in the maintenance trade.
• Should be able to perform all the essential functions of the job

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Additional technical/college education is a plus
• Self-motivated to work in a fast paced environment

We are committed to culture that creates flexibility and encourages a supportive working environment that achieves the needs of our employees and business.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

How We Collaborate

To continue building a great place to work for all, we are committed to a culture that creates flexibility and encourages a supportive working environment that achieves the needs of our business and employees.

Schedule Type:

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.