Lead (3rd Shift)
About The Position
Take the next step in your manufacturing career as a Lead Injection Machine Operator. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll not only produce high-quality ceramic cores using injection machines, but also oversee all departments: Kiln, Injection, and Inspection. You’ll guide daily production activities, support team operations, and ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are consistently met. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Shift 3rd Shift: 9:00 PM - 5:00 AM (Sunday - Thursday)
Requirements
- Proven leadership ability in a manufacturing or production environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and drive team performance
- Effective communication and team collaboration skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to lead by example
- Basic math skills and ability to interpret work instructions
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
- Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced production environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience with molds or plastic injection processes preferred
- Prior experience in a lead or senior operator role is a plus
Responsibilities
- Lead and support daily operations for injection machine production
- Set up and operate injection machines to manufacture ceramic cores to specification
- Prepare dies and ensure materials are ready for production
- Monitor team output to meet production goals and quality standards
- Inspect parts, identify defects, and ensure accurate completion of production records (routers, CQCs, etc.)
- Perform routine machine maintenance and assist with troubleshooting issues
- Train and mentor team members on processes, quality standards, and safety procedures
- Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to resolve issues and improve processes
- Ensure proper material levels and workflow continuity
- Promote and enforce safety standards and maintain 6S workplace organization
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Step into a leadership role where your expertise and initiative will directly impact production success.
- This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career while helping build a high-performing, quality-driven team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
