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3rd Shift

• Injection Molding
• Supervisor Process Technician Confidential Loves Park, IL Job Details Full-time $27
• $32 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Machine setup Machine operation Coaching Injection (injection molding) Industrial equipment troubleshooting High school diploma or GED Assembly Production optimization Training or mentoring plastics production machine operators Training machine operators Organizational skills Quality control problem-solving Plastics injection molding Product quality failure Mechanical troubleshooting Production troubleshooting Full Job Description 3rd Shift•Injection Molding•Supervisor / Process Technician Loves Park, IL | Full-Time | 3rd

Shift:

11:00 PM

• 7:00 AM Job Overview Plastic Parts International is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Supervisor / Process Technician to lead our 3rd shift production team.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who understands injection molding from both sides of production: leading operators and keeping molding processes running. You will oversee the 3rd shift Production Operators while supporting machine setups, mold and material changes, process adjustments, troubleshooting, quality, and production priorities. This is not a general manufacturing supervisor position. Injection molding setup or processing experience is required. What You'll Do LEAD 3rd shift Production Operators and coordinate daily production assignments

SET UP & START

injection molding machines for scheduled production PERFORM mold, material and color changes

SET & MONITOR

temperatures, pressures, speeds, cooling times and other process parameters

TROUBLESHOOT

molding defects, process problems and production interruptions ADJUST processes to maintain part quality, cycle time and consistent production

TRAIN & COACH

operators on production requirements, quality, safety and work procedures MONITOR production output, scrap, downtime and machine performance RESPOND to quality concerns and work with Quality to contain and correct issues

COORDINATE

with Maintenance when equipment or mold problems require repair ASSIGN employees to machines and production areas based on production needs TRACK attendance, performance and shift documentation

COMMUNICATE

production status, problems and priorities during shift handoffs KEEP the production floor safe, organized and moving The Right Fit We're looking for someone who can take ownership of the shift. You should be comfortable moving between the production floor, the machines and your team while setting priorities, solving process problems, coaching operators and keeping production on schedule. Our Production Operators work alongside multiple injection molding machines, monitoring cycles, inspecting parts, assembling and packaging product, and reporting production or quality concerns. As their supervisor, you'll need the production knowledge to train them, recognize problems and provide clear direction.

Injection Molding Experience We're Looking For Required:

Previous injection molding setup or processing experience Experience performing machine setups and mold changes Strong understanding of injection molding processes and machine operation Ability to troubleshoot common molding defects and make process adjustments Understanding of process parameters including temperature, pressure, injection speed, cooling time and cycle time Experience working with plastic resins, material changes and production changeovers Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability Ability to train, direct and support Production Operators Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

Previous supervisory, lead or team-lead experience Hydraulic and electric injection molding machine experience Robots and automation Hot runner systems and mold-temperature controllers Dryers, loaders, chillers and other auxiliary equipment Lean Manufacturing / 5S Experience monitoring scrap, downtime, cycle time and production efficiency Schedule 3rd

Shift:

11:00 PM

• 7:00 AM | Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week Overtime may be available based on production needs.

Compensation & Benefits Pay:

$27+/Hour

• Based on Injection Molding & Leadership Experience Health, dental & vision insurance Life insurance HSA & Employee Assistance Program Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Why Join Plastic Parts International?

This is an opportunity for an experienced injection molding professional to take ownership of an entire production shift. You'll have the ability to lead the team, solve production problems, improve processes and directly influence the performance of 3rd shift. Apply today with your injection molding setup, processing and leadership experience.

Pay:

$27.00

• $32.

00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Experience:

Plastics injection molding: 1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person