<p>Start here, end here. There is a reason why we have so many employees with 20+ years with the company-Pace offers careers. Join us in becoming the premier die casting manufacturer and engineering solutions supplier worldwide.</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>The Technical Services Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating all maintenance, process control, and automation functions within a high-pressure die casting (HPDC) manufacturing environment. This role ensures optimal equipment performance, process stability, and continuous improvement through effective leadership, technical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration. The position plays a critical role in maximizing uptime, improving casting quality, and driving operational efficiency.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Lead and manage maintenance, process control, and automation teams to support daily production and long-term plant objectives </li><li>Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment life </li><li>Oversee troubleshooting and resolution of equipment, automation, and process-related issues </li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction </li><li>Ensure process controls are in place and optimized to maintain consistent casting quality and reduce scrap </li><li>Manage and improve PLCs, robotics, sensors, and automated systems across the facility </li><li>Partner with production, quality, and engineering teams to improve processes and implement new technologies </li><li>Support capital projects including equipment selection, installation, and commissioning </li><li>Establish and monitor KPIs related to uptime, OEE, scrap rates, and maintenance performance </li><li>Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards </li><li>Develop and mentor team members, building technical capability and leadership within the department </li><li>Manage departmental budgets, including maintenance spend and capital planning </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent experience </li><li>7+ years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in high-pressure die casting or a similar metal casting environment, though other relevant manufacturing experience will be considered </li><li>3+ years of leadership experience managing technical or maintenance teams </li><li>Solid understanding of die casting processes, tooling, and equipment preferred </li><li>Experience with PLC programming, robotics, and industrial automation systems </li><li>Proven track record in implementing preventive and predictive maintenance systems </li><li>Strong problem-solving and analytical skills </li><li>Excellent communication and leadership abilities </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Experience in aluminum or magnesium die casting </li><li>Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies and data-driven manufacturing </li><li>Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification </li></ul> <p>Work Environment:</p> <ul> <li>Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to heat, noise, and heavy equipment </li><li>May require off-shift support and on-call availability </li></ul> <p>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):</p> <ul> <li>Equipment uptime and reliability </li><li>Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) </li><li>Scrap and rework reduction </li><li>Maintenance cost control </li><li>Safety performance </li></ul> <p>Pace is a career destination for engaged, passionate and talented people who are driven to seek the innovation, growth and opportunity that only we offer.</p>