3rd Shift Production Supervisor

Seaway Plastics•Vadnais Heights, MN

85d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Production Supervisor to oversee our 3rd shift operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring smooth production flow, maintaining quality standards, and leading a team to achieve organizational goals. This role requires strong decision-making skills, effective communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid identification and authorization to work in the United States.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in plastic injection molding manufacturing, including at least 1 year in a quality inspection role.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience required.
Participation in major company projects involving creative problem-solving (e.g., productivity improvements, customer tour enhancements, facility renovations, program/talent transfers).
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to read and comprehend production instructions, policies, safety procedures, and business communications.
Intermediate math skills, including addition, subtraction, division, and use of decimals in various units of measure.
Ability to accurately record production data and inspect product quality visually.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with team members at all levels.
Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs unassisted.
Must be able to walk, climb stairs, stand, bend, and stoop as required within office and shop environments.
Embodies MME Group’s Core Values: We Are Customer Focused, We Execute, We Are Respectful, We Win Together.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Epicor ERP system preferred.

Responsibilities

Make informed decisions using SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) principles.
Schedule personnel according to production priorities.
Maintain accurate attendance records.
Provide clear direction and support to direct reports to meet team and organizational goals.
Deliver timely, constructive feedback—both positive and developmental.
Actively participate in job start-up and end-of-run processes, including Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Participate in all active Performance Qualification (PQ) jobs.
Consistently achieve daily MME KPI targets to support monthly goals.
Conduct regular floor walks to ensure operations are running smoothly and product quality is maintained.
Communicate pass-downs effectively to incoming shifts.
Lead weekly shift meetings to ensure alignment and engagement.
Facilitate clear and consistent communication across all levels of the organization.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by generating and supporting new ideas.
Conduct annual performance reviews for direct reports.
Enforce and follow all MME Group, Inc. quality standards and guidelines.
Verify completion of required training for all new team members.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with all team members.
Maintain and manage 5S standards within the production area.
Work cross-functionally with other departments to foster collaboration.
Promote a positive team culture, recognize achievements, and champion teamwork.
Safely transport, store, install, and remove injection molds.
Set up auxiliary equipment as required at the press.
Follow setup/cycle sheets and floor operation procedures.
Document process changes and maintain part quality.
Monitor presses and process control, conducting mold PM as required.
Verify setup documents and visually inspect parts for defects.
Operate forklifts and overhead cranes during mold setup.
Perform walk-through with previous shift technician and hourly checks of presses.
Start up, set up, and troubleshooting of post molding equipment such as pad printers, hot plate welders, ultra sonic welding, vision systems, robotic end of arms, PLCs, and other equipment.
Other duties as assigned.