Essential Duties and Responsibilities Supervise and coordinate the activities of injection molding operators, material handlers, and setup technicians. Monitor production schedules and ensure daily output, quality, and efficiency targets are achieved. Oversee mold setup, startup, troubleshooting, and changeover activities. Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, environmental requirements, and company policies. Monitor machine performance and address process issues to minimize downtime and scrap. Coordinate with Maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and timely repairs. Conduct root cause analysis for production, quality, and equipment-related issues. Implement and sustain continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and cost reduction. Review production metrics, including scrap rates, machine utilization, downtime, and labor efficiency. Train, coach, and develop employees to improve performance and technical skills. Conduct employee performance evaluations and administer corrective actions when necessary. Ensure proper documentation of production records, quality checks, and shift reports. Support new product launches, process validations, and engineering change implementations. Maintain compliance with customer requirements, ISO standards, and other applicable quality systems. Participate in inventory control efforts related to molds, raw materials, and finished goods. Promote a positive work environment and foster teamwork across all shifts. Qualifications Education High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Plastics Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Experience Minimum of 5 years of injection molding manufacturing experience. Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with mold setup, processing, troubleshooting, and process optimization preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding processes and equipment. Ability to troubleshoot molding defects such as flash, short shots, sink marks, splay, and warpage. Knowledge of tooling, molds, auxiliary equipment, and automation systems. Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Familiarity with SPC (statistical Process control), quality systems, and manufacturing documentation. Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing ERP systems. Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and meet production deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shifts. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and moving machinery. Ability to use personal protective equipment as required. Work Environment Manufacturing production facility operating multiple injection molding machines. May require overtime, weekends, and flexible scheduling to support production requirements. Exposure to industrial equipment, forklifts, and automated production systems. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Safety performance and incident rates. Production output and schedule attainment. Scrap and rework reduction. Machine uptime and efficiency. Labor productivity. Quality performance and customer complaints. Employee training and retention. Continuous improvement project completion.