Process Technician / Supervisor (Injection Molding)

Location:

Brighton, MI Type:

Full-Time Shift:

3rd Shift (12:00 AM - 8:00 AM)

Compensation:

$28.00-$30.00/hour (Negotiable based on experience) About the Opportunity Our client, a growing custom plastic injection molding manufacturer, is seeking a hands-on Process Technician / Production Supervisor to lead its overnight production team. This is not a desk job—it's an opportunity for someone who enjoys being on the production floor, solving problems, supporting operators, and ensuring production runs efficiently. This role is ideal for an experienced injection molding professional who has supervisory experience but still enjoys working alongside the team. You'll oversee production while also performing mold changes, processing adjustments, operating a hi-lo, assisting operators when needed, and keeping production moving safely and efficiently. If you're looking for a company where your technical expertise and leadership make a direct impact every day, this could be an excellent fit. What You'll Do Supervise and support production employees during the overnight shift Set up, troubleshoot, and optimize plastic injection molding processes Perform mold changes and processing adjustments as needed Drive a hi-lo (fork truck) to move molds, materials, and finished product Assist operators by providing breaks and helping run machines when necessary Monitor production quality, efficiency, and machine performance Complete production paperwork and shift documentation Troubleshoot production issues to minimize downtime Promote a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment Work closely with management to meet production goals and customer expectations What You Bring Hands-on experience with plastic injection molding processing Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment Experience changing molds and optimizing molding processes Hi-lo (fork truck) experience Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills Willingness to work alongside the production team rather than strictly supervising Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Strong communication and leadership skills Reliable work ethic and team-first attitude What's Offered Competitive hourly pay of $28.00-$30.00/hour , with flexibility for highly qualified candidates Full-time overnight schedule Stable opportunity with a growing manufacturer Collaborative, team-oriented environment where leaders remain hands-on Opportunity to make a direct impact on production and operations

Pay:

$28.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 45.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of hands-on plastic injection molding processing experience do you have? Please briefly describe your experience. Describe your experience setting up, troubleshooting, and adjusting injection molding processes. What types of machines or materials have you worked with? What supervisory, team lead, or production leadership experience do you have in a manufacturing environment? Approximately how many employees have you been responsible for? This is a hands-on supervisor position that requires working on the production floor, including changing molds, troubleshooting processes, operating a hi-lo, running machines when needed, and providing operator breaks. Are you comfortable with these responsibilities?

Shift availability:

Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person