Molding Supervisor

Flex-N-Gate • Chicago, IL

5d • $60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Molding Supervisor directs molding employees in production, safety, and quality. This role assigns and organizes work, trains employees, and maintains a productive work environment to meet established production schedules. The supervisor oversees molding operations on an assigned shift, ensuring production, quality, and cost standards are met while maximizing efficiency. The position also supports employee development, lean manufacturing practices, and the company’s business system goals.

Requirements

• Previous molding experience.
• At least 2 years of 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 in stressful situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, motivation, and supervisory qualities.
• Ability to manage priorities and respond effectively in critical situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, plan, and coordinate molding operations on the assigned shift to maintain production schedules, quality and cost standards, and efficiency.
• Ensure quality of work, efficient material and workflow, proper use and care of equipment and machines, and correct 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, employee involvement in lean manufacturing practices, and support for implementation of business system goals and objectives.
• Lead employee training and meetings to maintain open communication.
• Evaluate work performance and counsel and coach employees to support safe and efficient work.
• Focus on reducing scrap to lower production costs and reduce the risk of shipping substandard products to customers.
• Support a safe, clean, and organized plant environment through implementation of 5S.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, work rules, and regulations by coaching employees or initiating disciplinary action as required.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Safety training, new-hire orientation, and continuous learning and development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What This Job Offers

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