Molding Shop Supervisor

Ipex Management • Pineville, LA

147d

About The Position

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Mold Shop Supervisor! This role is at our Plant in Pineville, NC, and reports to the Plant Manager. Do not miss the opportunity to join a broad family of people-centric professionals, thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Requirements

• Certified Mold MAKER.
• At least 15 years' experience in a plastic manufacturing environment.
• 10 years of Mold Making experience.
• Experience and familiarity of ISO 9001 requirements and manufacturing processes an asset.
• Experience using all shop equipment.
• Coaching or supervisory experience an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assign tasks to personnel to meet or exceed daily planned event schedule.
• Monitor progress during shift and take corrective action when required.
• Lead Mold Technicians and Mold Makers in operating and maintaining a variety of machine tools.
• Prepare various documents such as work orders using MES and mold status in Hydra.
• Obtain quotes for mold repairs, tooling, cleaning and polishing components.
• Support or coach for mold repairs during process setup as necessary.
• Update Kronos as required for attendance for direct reports.
• Ensure mold is safe and in good working condition by checking MES for mold history.
• Ensure molds are maintained in accordance with company and relevant quality standards.
• Update status of Mold Red Tags issued by Quality Control/Production as required.
• Operate forklift and lifting devices to position mold or tooling during maintenance and repair.
• Participate in daily meetings with Mold Tooling Manager, Production Supervisor, Process Engineer and Production Scheduler.
• Ensure quality compliance to IPEX, international and customer specifications and standards.
• Identify, report, and follow up on mold maintenance related issues by use of the work order system.
• Participate in hiring process and training of new employees.
• Conduct trials for new production tools or equipment.
• Meet established cost standards for use of mold repairs, preventive maintenance, components and supplies.
• Coordinate with Quality Control for any quality issues and Maintenance for any repairs or troubleshooting required.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing