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The ARM Group is looking for a “PDC Supervisor” with one of our clients in Greater Charleston Area, SC
#Relocation assistance provided
#Salary: $95k + 10% bonus
Role:
Pressure Die Casting (PDC) Supervisor willoversee daily production operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in aluminium pressure die casting, strong leadership skills, and the ability to drive productivity, quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily operations within the Pressure Die Casting (PDC) or Mill department.
- Lead and motivate production associates to achieve daily production targets while maintaining quality standards.
- Ensure safe operation of pressure die casting machines, melting furnaces, trimming presses, and supporting equipment.
- Monitor machine utilization, downtime, cycle times, scrap rates, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Troubleshoot production issues and coordinate with Maintenance, Tool Room, and Quality teams to minimize downtime.
- Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality management systems.
- Monitor casting defects and implement corrective actions to reduce rejection and improve process capability.
- Maintain production schedules and coordinate manpower allocation across shifts.
- Support die changeovers, process setup verification, and first-piece approvals.
- Conduct daily shift meetings and communicate production goals, safety updates, and operational priorities.
- Ensure adherence to 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate production reports, shift logs, downtime records, and performance metrics.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams during new product launches and process improvements.
- Train, coach, and develop operators and technicians to improve performance and skill levels.
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and environmental regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Pressure Die Casting or aluminum casting manufacturing.
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of high-pressure die casting processes, molten metal handling, trimming, and finishing operations.
- Experience working with automated die casting cells, robotic operations, and casting process controls.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret production specifications.
- Strong understanding of casting defects, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in automotive or Tier 1 manufacturing.
- Familiarity with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and quality management systems.
- Knowledge of aluminum alloys, die maintenance coordination, and process optimization.
- Experience with SAP, ERP, or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
Key Competencies
- Production Planning & Scheduling
- Team Leadership
- Pressure Die Casting Operations
- Process Optimization
- Lean Manufacturing
- Root Cause Analysis
- Quality Assurance
- Safety & Compliance
- Continuous Improvement
- KPI & OEE Monitoring
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Disclaimer :
ARM GROUP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process.
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It’s important to note that ARM Group LLC does not interfere in the decision-making process regarding your selection or rejection. The ultimate decision to hire or reject your candidacy lies solely with the client organization, with whom we have an agreement to source candidates for their consideration.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All applicants must submit to background checks and drug screening.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please be aware that this position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.