Tenneco is one of the world's leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket. Summary This position is responsible for developing, troubleshooting and improving progressive stamping dies as well as managing tool and die makers. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Design, Develop and launch new stamping projects. Work with team members on the floor to trouble shoot and repair stamping/tooling issues. Review current tooling and work to improve efficiency on process. Job Duties: Prepare specifications, RFQs, design approvals and run-offs for new dies as needed Lead technical troubleshooting of metal stamping dies and related production equipment in a dynamic manufacturing facility Design modifications and upgrades on existing dies and details Work with others and lead efforts on stamping department improvements in safety, quality, productivity and cost reductions, and provide subject matter support in all areas of plant as needed Work with machine builders on new and/or rebuilt equipment (design recommendations) Prioritize, direct and supervise the work of skilled tradesmen in on-site Tool Room to ensure tooling is made, modified and/or repaired efficiently, on-time and with high quality Organize and stock the Tool Room, spare parts and raw materials to support efficient and timely repairs of dies, injection molds, general tooling and machine components Prepare and present management reports and analyze department and tooling performance Coordinate with the organization's internal teams to improve product quality and meet customer requirements Other duties as assigned Knowledge & Skills: Must have a strong work ethic Must be well organized and a self-starter Must be able to follow detailed instructions Must have the ability to identify and solve problems and make logical decisions Must be able to work with precision and a high level of accuracy Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable and able to focus on task at hand Possess strong time management skills Ability to set up and operate a variety of machine tools Ability to use hand or power tools Ability to weld metal parts, components or structures; able to use TIG welding equipment Ability to fabricate, assemble or disassemble manufactured products by hand Ability to understand technical operating, service or repair manuals Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings Working knowledge of gages such as dial calipers, micrometers, indicators, etc. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to interact with employees in a professional manner Ability to speak and write English fluently Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness Ability to manage and lead a team in a dynamic, high-volume manufacturing facility Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately Work & Education Requirements: Technical Degree and/or relevant skilled trades certification preferred. Ten years' experience and/or combination of related military service will be considered Progressive and transfer die troubleshooting and repair skills with training an