Blow Mold Supervisor

KIK Consumer Products•Salem, VA

1d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an adept Blow Mold Supervisor to oversee 1st shift, Monday-Friday (some Saturdays as needed). From setup to troubleshooting, ensure adherence to quality and safety standards. Maximize equipment performance, conduct repairs, and train staff. Maintain a clean, safe environment and document production. Join us in leading the charge towards excellence.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
3 or more years of hands-on plastic blow molding experience, preferably in high-volume HDPE bottle manufacturing for household chemicals, bleach, or similar products manufacturing environment
2 or more years of experience in a people leadership role with demonstrated leadership preferred
Demonstrated drive and potential to assume higher levels of responsibility.
General understanding of business principles and typical business practices.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cross-functionally with other departments.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, and other production related software
Document and analyze downtime issues and put forward corrective actions

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise shift line operation and performance
Supervisor, lead, and participate in daily set-up, maintenance, changeovers and troubleshooting
Ensure adherence to quality standards
Follow and support all safety programs
Maximize performance of blow mold equipment
Conduct quality checks and implement corrective action as necessary
Preserve blow mold equipment through organizing proper machine cleaning
Focus on improving overall quality, cycle times, machine performance
Focus on reducing down-time and scrap reduction
Supervise and maintain a stable process and product quality goals
Troubleshooting capability for machine, auxiliary equipment (leak testers, flamers, sleeving machine, etc.) and quality related problems working towards a root cause and permanent corrective action
Minor repairs to blow molding and auxiliary equipment
Training others on blow molding operation when necessary
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Work well with people in achieving shift company goals
Assist with various projects
Accurate documentation of daily production paperwork at the beginning and end of each shift