Injection Mold Supervisor, Automotive Plastics Location:

McDonough, GA Job Type:

Full-time Schedule:

Monday to Friday, supporting 1st and 2nd shifts as needed

Pay:

$65,000 to $80,000 per year Lead injection molding operations at a new automotive plant, building the processes and team from the ground up. Must-Haves 3 to 5+ years in injection molding operations , including process troubleshooting and mold changes Strong knowledge of injection molding machines, molds, robotics, and auxiliary equipment Proven ability to correct molding defects and optimize cycle times Working knowledge of thermoplastic materials and resin handling Flexibility to support both shifts during start-up What You'll Do Supervise daily injection molding operations to hit schedule, quality, and efficiency goals Train and support production personnel Oversee machine setups, mold changes , and changeovers to reduce downtime Optimize temperature, pressure, speed, cooling, and cycle time Troubleshoot short shots, flash, sink, warpage, burns, and weld lines Ensure proper resin drying, blending, regrind control, and traceability Coordinate with Maintenance and Tooling on equipment and mold issues Enforce Lockout/Tagout , machine guarding, and 5S Help build SOPs and process documentation for the new facility Nice-to-Haves Supervisory or team lead experience Production start-up or equipment installation experience Automotive manufacturing experience Degree in Plastics Engineering or Manufacturing Compensation and Benefits $65,000 to $80,000 per year Ground-floor role in a new facility About the Company Our client is an automotive manufacturer launching a new production facility south of Atlanta. To apply, submit your resume for consideration.