SUPV II Molding- 1st Shift

Supv II Molding- 1st Shift

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Job Overview

The Molding Production Supervisor is responsible for leading day-to-day production activities in the molding department to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing. This role oversees personnel, equipment, and processes to meet production targets, quality standards, and continuous improvement objectives. The supervisor plays a key role in driving operational excellence, employee engagement, and cost control.

Job Requirements

• Production & Operations
• Supervise daily molding operations to ensure production schedules are met while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including OEE, scrap rate, uptime, yield, and labor efficiency.
• Coordinate machine setups, changeovers, and start-ups to minimize downtime.
• Ensure adherence to standard work, process parameters, and control plans.
• Support troubleshooting of molding, tooling, and material issues in collaboration with Engineering and Maintenance.
• Safety & Compliance
• Enforce all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Conduct safety walks, audits, and incident investigations.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous risk reduction.
• Quality
• Ensure molded parts meet customer and internal quality requirements.
• Support containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for quality issues.
• Partner with Quality to improve process capability and reduce defects.
• Ensure operators follow inspection and documentation requirements.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Lead, coach, and develop molding operators, technicians, and leads.
• Assign work, manage attendance, and address performance issues.
• Conduct training, onboarding, and skills development to build a versatile workforce.
• Foster engagement, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify and drive improvement opportunities related to scrap reduction, OEE improvement, cycle time optimization, and cost savings.
• Participate in or lead Kaizen events and problem-solving activities (e.g., 5 Why, Fishbone, PDCA).
• Support implementation of lean manufacturing principles and best practices.
• Communication & Reporting
• Communicate production status, issues, and priorities during shift handoffs.
• Maintain accurate production, downtime, and scrap reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Materials, and Planning.

What Your Background Should Look Like

High school diploma or GED required; technical or associate degree preferred. Minimum 3–5 years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably plastic injection molding. Previous leadership or supervisory experience. Strong understanding of molding processes, materials, and terminology. Ability to read and interpret work instructions, process sheets, and technical documentation. Proficient with basic computer applications and manufacturing systems.

Compensation

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $80,900- $ 121,400 (subject to change dependent on physical location)

Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

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Job Location s: 509 AIRPARK DR TULLAHOMA, Tennessee 37388 United States Posting City: TULLAHOMA Job Country:
United States

Travel Required:

Less than 10% Requisition  Workplace Type:
Onsite