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Job Ref:

3211866514

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Royal Pet Industry:

Manufacturing and Production Job Type:

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Hastings Zip Code:

55033

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11/05/2026 Job Description Job Description Production Supervisor - Injection Molding Royal Pet Hastings, MN About Royal Pet Royal Pet is a family-owned manufacturer established in 1996, committed to producing innovative, high-quality pet products. Our success is built on Royal Standards, Relentless Performance, and a Royally Tenacious culture. We believe in finding solutions, outworking obstacles, and never making excuses. We hold ourselves and our teams accountable to elite standards of safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. Position Summary Royal Pet is seeking a hands-on, results-driven Production Supervisor to lead daily injection molding operations. This individual is responsible for supervising production employees, executing production schedules, maximizing labor and equipment efficiency, maintaining product quality, and ensuring a safe, organized, high-performing manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is a strong floor leader who takes ownership, solves problems, develops employees, and consistently delivers results. Key Responsibilities Production Leadership & Execution Direct daily injection molding operations to achieve production schedules and performance targets. Assign employees to machines and workstations based on production priorities and staffing requirements. Monitor production output, cycle times, scrap, downtime, and labor utilization. Ensure machines are operating efficiently and production targets are achieved. Coordinate with molding technicians to resolve processing issues and minimize downtime. Manage shift startups, changeovers, breaks, and shift transitions. Maintain accurate production reporting and shift documentation. Employee Leadership & Accountability Supervise, coach, train, and develop production operators and team leads. Establish clear daily expectations for productivity, attendance, safety, and quality. Hold employees accountable for performance, workplace standards, and company policies. Address performance problems promptly and professionally. Promote teamwork, urgency, discipline, and personal ownership. Build a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Quality & Food Safety Ensure products consistently meet established specifications and quality standards. Enforce food safety, sanitation, and manufacturing procedures. Identify and contain nonconforming products. Work closely with Quality Assurance to investigate defects and implement corrective actions. Maintain accurate production, quality, and traceability records. Reinforce Royal Pet's commitment to No Person Harmed. No Pet Harmed. Wildly Delicious. Equipment & Process Efficiency Partner with injection molding technicians and maintenance to optimize equipment performance. Identify recurring downtime, equipment problems, and production inefficiencies. Ensure proper startup, shutdown, material handling, and changeover procedures are followed. Support preventive maintenance and equipment readiness. Monitor material consumption, scrap, regrind where permitted, and waste reduction. Drive improvements in cycle time, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness. Safety & Workplace Organization Enforce workplace safety requirements and safe equipment operating practices. Maintain clean, organized work areas through 5S principles. Ensure proper use of PPE, machine guarding, and lockout/tagout procedures. Conduct routine safety observations and promptly address unsafe conditions. Promote a zero-injury workplace. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, labor efficiency, and cost. Participate in root-cause analysis and corrective action initiatives. Recommend improvements to processes, staffing, training, and workflows. Qualifications Required 3+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in injection molding. 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience. Demonstrated ability to lead production employees and achieve measurable results. Understanding of manufacturing production schedules, labor efficiency, and quality control. Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work directly on the production floor and respond quickly to operational issues. Comfortable using production reporting systems and basic computer applications. Preferred Experience in injection molding. Familiarity with injection molding equipment, processing parameters, and cycle-time optimization. Experience in food-grade or FDA-regulated manufacturing environments. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement. Experience with ERP or manufacturing production tracking systems. Leadership Expectations - Royally Tenacious At Royal Pet, leadership is measured by results, accountability, and the ability to make others better.

Our Production Supervisor must demonstrate:

Ownership:

Take responsibility for production performance and team results.

Relentless Performance:

Consistently pursue higher productivity, better quality, and greater efficiency.

Elite Standards:

Never compromise safety, quality, or operational discipline.

Problem Solving:

Find solutions instead of making excuses.

Team Development:

Coach employees, recognize high performers, and address underperformance.

Urgency & Execution:

Act decisively and follow through on commitments.

Continuous Improvement:

Challenge the status quo and seek better ways to operate.

Reporting Structure Reports To:

Production Manager /

Plant Manager Directly Supervises:

Injection Molding Operators, Production Associates, and assigned Team Leads. Works closely with Injection Molding Technicians, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Production Planning. What Success Looks Like A successful Production Supervisor at

Royal Pet:

Consistently meets or exceeds production schedules. Operates a safe, clean, organized, and efficient shift. Reduces scrap, downtime, and unnecessary labor costs. Builds a dependable, accountable, high-performing workforce. Resolves production problems quickly and effectively. Delivers consistent product quality and food safety compliance. Takes complete ownership of shift performance. Royal Pet - Royal Standards. Relentless Performance. Royally Tenacious. Why Royal Pet? Work in one of the fastest-growing categories in consumer products. Help bring innovative pet products to market. Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team where your ideas matter. Work directly with company leadership and make an immediate impact. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and advancement as the company continues to expand. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary (based on experience) Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays Employee discounts on Royal Pet products Professional development opportunities Company Description An amazing opportunity for a pet-lover with an interest in getting involved in the physical and mental health of pets through products geared toward the health of pets. We are seeking a person who wants a fresh start with a Company in which we have fun and focus on the work/life balance. Get an endless free supply of pet treats, toys and supplies as needed to care for you pet! Royal Pet is a family-owned pet products company creating innovative products for pets and the people who love them since 1996. Our culture is built around Royal Tenacity - Elite Standards. Relentless Performance. We believe in finding solutions, outworking obstacles, taking ownership, and getting things done. We're looking for someone who brings that same mindset to every project. Company Description An amazing opportunity for a pet-lover with an interest in getting involved in the physical and mental health of pets through products geared toward the health of pets. We are seeking a person who wants a fresh start with a Company in which we have fun and focus on the work/life balance. Get an endless free supply of pet treats, toys and supplies as needed to care for you pet! Royal Pet is a family-owned pet products company creating innovative products for pets and the people who love them since 1996. Our culture is built around Royal Tenacity - Elite Standards. Relentless Performance. We believe in finding solutions, outworking obstacles, taking ownership, and getting things done. We're looking for someone who brings that same mindset to every project.