Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor Light Industrial & Manufacturing Elberton , Georgia Direct Hire Oct 7, 2026

Zing Recruiting, in partnership with a prominent plastics manufacturer in the Elberton, GA area
, is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor – Injection Molding to join their team! This is a full-time, 2nd-shift leadership opportunity offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to lead and develop a production team within an injection molding manufacturing environment.

• Salary: $75,000–$85,000 annually, depending on experience
• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Location: Elberton, GA
• Job Type: Full-Time

• Supervise and coordinate injection molding processes, including machine setups and production operations
• Lead and manage direct and indirect production associates, providing direction, coaching, development, and accountability
• Manage employees, equipment, and materials to achieve quality and productivity goals while controlling costs
• Ensure products are manufactured according to established process standards, cycle times, quality requirements, and packaging specifications
• Monitor labor efficiency, utilization, productivity, and overall departmental performance
• Develop team members and promote a positive, accountable, and performance-driven culture
• Complete daily shift reporting and required production documentation
• Lead problem-solving activities and address production issues as they arise
  
  Train operators on applicable systems, procedures, processes, and production standards
• Maintain and continuously improve 5S standards throughout the production floor
• Communicate production status, concerns, staffing needs, and operational issues effectively with the management team
• Ensure company procedures, safety requirements, and manufacturing standards are consistently followed
• Support overtime and additional production requirements as needed

• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing or production environment
• Injection molding manufacturing leadership experience strongly preferred
• Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Previous experience supervising and developing production employees
• Experience managing production quality, productivity, efficiency, and labor utilization
• Strong employee coaching, development, and accountability skills
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and 5S principles
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and results-driven
• Strong attendance and reliability
• Must be local to the Elberton, GA area or within a reasonable commuting distance

• Medical coverage through Blue Care Network
• HSA medical plan option available
• Dental coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision coverage through BCBS/VSP
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance – 1x annual earnings up to $100,000
• Company-paid AD&D coverage
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Teladoc Virtual Care
• Mental health resources
• Diabetes, hypertension, and wellness programs
• Life Keys financial and legal assistance resources
• Travel Connect emergency travel assistance program

• Work with a dedicated recruiting team throughout the hiring process
• Access to career opportunities with leading manufacturing organizations
• Personalized support from application through placement

Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. #ZINGSE #LI-PW1