Responsible for the lifecycle management of stamping assets, toolroom operational excellence, and the technical development of the engineering team. Drive long-term dimensional stability and optimize tool maintenance strategies to maximize Strokes Per Minute (SPM) and minimize downtime
ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Management: Lead the Tool & Die ME team in the development and execution of robust maintenance and engineering standards. Mentor and develop a high-performing team of engineers and technicians.
Tooling Lifecycle & Performance: Oversee the preventative and predictive maintenance programs for all die sets. Ensure tool reliability to meet production volume requirements.
Dimensional Integrity: Drive root-cause analysis for complex dimensional issues. Collaborate with Quality and Production teams to ensure final panels meet strict CP/CPK requirements.
Safety & Compliance: Ensure all toolroom activities and die modifications adhere to OHSAS and Ford’s safety standards.
Continuous Improvement: Implement Lean Manufacturing principles within the toolroom to reduce changeover times and improve die repair efficiency.
Technical Problem Solving: Act as the final technical authority on complex tooling issues affecting exterior panels. Lead root-cause analysis for surface quality trends identified in the Quality Loop (QLS).
Asset & Standards Management: Maintain the integrity of checking fixtures and die standards. Ensure all toolroom and metrology activities comply with Ford’s Quality Operating System (QOS) and 5S standards.
Financial Management: Control departmental budgets (OPEX), focusing on specialized tooling consumables and metrology equipment calibration/upgrades.
Skills:
Skin Panel Expertise (Mandatory): Expert knowledge of Class A surface requirements, die spotting, and hand-finishing techniques for exterior panels.
Technical Mastery: Deep understanding of draw-die development, spring-back compensation, and material behavior in stampings.
Metrology Proficiency: Advanced ability to interpret GOM/3D scanning data and CMM reports to drive tooling adjustments.
Leadership: Proven ability to manage a large workforce of skilled tradespeople.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to bridge the gap between digital measurement data and physical toolroom intervention.
Education:
Education: National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering + Tool & Die Making Trade.
Experience: Minimum 10 years in Automotive Stamping, with a mandatory minimum of 5 years focused specifically on Skin Panel/Class A surface production.
Management Experience: Proven track record of managing large technical teams (20+ people) within a high-volume toolroom or manufacturing engineering environment.
Skills Required
- National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Tool and Die Making Trade qualification
- Minimum 10 years of experience in automotive stamping
- Minimum 5 years of experience specifically in skin panel or Class A surface production
- Experience managing large technical teams of 20 or more people
- Expert knowledge of Class A surface requirements, die spotting, and hand-finishing techniques for exterior panels
- Deep understanding of draw-die development, spring-back compensation, and material behavior in stampings
- Advanced ability to interpret GOM or 3D scanning data and CMM reports
- Ability to manage skilled tradespeople in a high-volume toolroom or manufacturing engineering environment
- Ability to connect digital measurement data with physical toolroom interventions
Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Eligible employees can access medical, dental, and prescription coverage starting on the first day, with some zero-cost plan options and free mental health support. Benefits materials highlight comprehensive healthcare as a core pillar.
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Retirement Support — Employees can enroll in a 401(k)-style plan from day one, and some salaried plans include a company match of $0.90 per dollar on the first 5% contributed. Official summaries also describe financial-planning support.
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Parental & Family Support — The package includes paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp-up program for new parents returning to work. Flexible family-care days and other time-off options support caregiving needs.
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