Supervisor - Injection Molding Manufacturing

Monoflo International•Ottawa, KS

33d

About The Position

The Supervisor is responsible for producing parts that meet the company's quality standards while maintaining standard cycle times and following established molding processes. The individual will perform level III QA audits; make color and material changes, mold insert changes and hot stamp changes as dictated by the schedule. The individual will provide effective leadership of a small team of assemblers and entry level technicians in the production area to ensure accurate assembly of parts and compliance with plant safety and quality policies.

Requirements

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an injection molding environment working directly with equipment
Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience leading production employees
Demonstrated supervisory skills
Must be a self- starter with high initiative and able to work independently
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment with shifting demands
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems (IQMS preferred)
Good written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Maintain standard cycle times for all products and document and communicate any deviations to the Production Manager
Troubleshoot common and more complex molding and automation problems and perform corrective action.
Perform hot stamp changeovers, automation cell changeovers and start up of equipment.
Correctly read, review, and fill out appropriate documentation for material identification, special production requirements, hot stamp type & foil selection, instructions tags and labels.
Report all damaged or malfunctioning equipment and unusual situations to the Production Manager.
Perform color and material changes in a safe, clean, and timely manner.
Program color blender by entering shot weight and concentrate let down ratio to provide correct color for molded part.
Execute scheduled color changes to ensure product color is correct and uniform and done with minimum production overruns or waste.
Clean metal separators and magnets and remove any contaminated material to the designated area.
Provides guidance and coaching to employees on company culture, policies and procedure and compliance with plant safety and quality policies.
Ensures all production employees are following safety, quality and environmental standards.
Train Cell Technicians to perform material, color, and hot stamp changes in support of the daily duties in production.
Perform level III QA audits and monitor and maintain quality objectives
Utilize IQMS to document rejects, downtime, and shift end production report.
Print work orders and perform 1st article inspections.
Work with production and support department managers/leaders to maximize objectives.

Benefits

Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with company match and annual/quarterly bonus opportunities.
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Security: Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Optional Extras: Employee-paid voluntary life insurance and supplemental benefits.
Time Off: Competitive PTO, paid holidays, and a company-paid Christmas shutdown.
Unique Perks: •Raffles for concerts, sports, and entertainment tickets. •Locally sourced prize raffles. •Monthly happy hours to unwind and connect with the team.

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