Molding Supervisor

Flex N Gate • Chicago, IL

4d

About The Position

The Molding Supervisor directs a team of molding employees in production, safety, and quality. The supervisor assigns and organizes work, trains employees, and maintains a productive work environment to meet established production schedules. The role oversees molding operations on an assigned shift, with a focus on production schedules, quality and cost standards, efficiency, employee development, and workplace safety.

Requirements

• Previous molding experience.
• At least 2 years of previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work well under deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with lean manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledge of TS 16949 requirements.
• Professional and mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, motivation, and supervisory qualities.
• Ability to manage priorities and demonstrate a high level of reactivity in critical situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, plan, and coordinate molding operations on the assigned shift to maintain production schedules, quality and cost standards, and maximize efficiency.
• Ensure quality of work, efficient material and workflow, proper use and care of equipment and machines, and appropriate application of production methods.
• Organize and assign work to make effective use of employees’ knowledge, skills, and abilities and to meet work schedules efficiently.
• Improve plant productivity through employee training, involvement in and implementation of lean manufacturing practices, and support for Business System goals and objectives.
• Lead employee training and meetings to maintain open lines of communication.
• Evaluate work performance and counsel and coach employees to maintain safe and efficient work performance.
• Focus on reducing scrap to lower production costs and reduce the possibility of shipping substandard products to customers.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized plant environment through implementation and support of all aspects of 5S.
• Maintain conformance with company policies, work rules, and regulations by coaching employees and/or initiating disciplinary actions as required.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed