Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor jobs in Houston, TX

• Maintain tooling to insure quality production parts
• Read & interpret blueprints/drawings and job orders for product specifications
• Set-up and operate manual and CNC machine tools such as Lathes, Mills, presses, grinders etc., to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications
• Teardown, clean, maintain and repair die components and dies
• Verify dimensions, alignments and clearances
• Build Jigs & Fixtures
• Modify and create CNC programs as needed
• Identify trouble areas and determine corrective action. Works with production personnel to address various stamping, welding, or fixture issues
• Suggest and implement machine improvements to increase machine speeds, part quality, and overall productivity
• Implement Engineering Changes/design modifications on existing tooling
• Works within knowledge.
• Thorough knowledge of Machine Shop Practices
• Thorough knowledge of Die Theory
• Strong knowledge of Sheet metal fabrication – manual and automated presses including hard and soft tool
• Experienced in Progressive Tooling
• Working knowledge of measuring tools, hand tools & various machining equipment
• Must have the ability to trouble-shoot tooling problems
• Ability to read & interpret blue prints, specs and work instructions
• Math skills: add, subtract, multiply and divide
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow safety protocols and procedures including wearing and using required PPE at all times
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Follow all safety protocols and practices and maintain good housekeeping

Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Frequent standing, occasional walking or sitting. Occasional using of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reaching with hands and arms, and stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.