Supervisor, Process & Set-up

Silgan Plastics•Flora, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Manage direct reports to ensure plant start-ups and mold changes are completed timely and according to schedule. Work closely with management team and shift supervisor to control labor and ensure the production lines are running smoothly and efficiently. Identify continuous improvement opportunities within the plant. Daily communication with the management team and hourly employees to ensure best utilization of time, production schedule and cost.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Good safety, attendance and job performance record.
3-5 years in a blow molding facility, preferably working with shuttle equipment
Working knowledge of blow molding tooling and components.
Ability to demonstrate high amount of quality and quantity of work.
Knowledge of plant procedures and equipment use.
Extent, to which team member identifies and corrects errors, initiates work activities, assumes responsibility, and anticipates needs.
Extent, to which team member completes work assignments, meets schedules, and follows established policies and procedures.
Builds trust by respecting the ideas and contributions of everyone.
Good safety, attendance and job performance record.
Excellent knowledge of Bekum, Fischer or Kautex blow molders
Understanding blow molding methods and logic
Basic electrical knowledge
Proficient in hydraulic systems
Proficient in pneumatic systems
Ability to assess job tasks, and prioritize those tasks when conditions change.
Excellent communication skills
Ability to communicate and train effectively.
Ability to troubleshoot blow molding processing issues and effectively resolve them.
Must be dependable.
Must have good attendance record.
Must be willing to work after hours when needed.

Nice To Haves

Forklift License

Responsibilities

Responsible for promoting and executing safe work practices throughout the Houston facility.
Manage the set-up department, ensuring all set ups are completed timely and accurate.
Identify mold issues and correct them by communicating, recommending changes to mold maker to optimize process/changes on tooling size(s).
Work with plant PDE to approve engineering on new tooling /mold.
Maintain listing of daily changes and report to plant manager at month’s end.
Work closely with shift supervisors, operators and quality personnel, to ensure the production floor is running smoothly and efficiently.
Work closely with PDE’S on new projects
Manage spare parts inventory
Train new employees
Work closely with customer service and manufacturing manager on upcoming jobs and ensuring all components are here for the job.
Evaluate jobs that do not run to standard and work with appropriate personnel to bring them to standard.
Provide support to the plant during off hours as needed.
Monitor performance and attendance on direct reports and administer accordingly.
Promote plant wide safety practices.