Job Description:- Job Description 3rd Shift - Plastic Injection Molding - Supervisor / Process Technician
- Loves Park, IL Full-Time 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AMJob Overview
- Plastic Parts International is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Supervisor / Process Technician to lead our 3rd shift production team.
- This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who understands injection molding from both sides of production: leading operators and keeping molding processes running.
- You will oversee the 3rd shift Production Operators while supporting machine setups, mold and material changes, process adjustments, troubleshooting, quality, and production priorities.
- This is not a general manufacturing supervisor position. Injection molding setup or processing experience is required.
What You'll Do:
LEAD 3rd shift Production Operators and coordinate daily production assignmentsSET UP & START injection molding machines for scheduled productionPERFORM mold, material and color changesSET & MONITOR temperatures, pressures, speeds, cooling times and other process parametersTROUBLESHOOT molding defects, process problems and production interruptionsADJUST processes to maintain part quality, cycle time and consistent productionTRAIN & COACH operators on production requirements, quality, safety and work proceduresMONITOR production output, scrap, downtime and machine performanceRESPOND to quality concerns and work with Quality to contain and correct issuesCOORDINATE with Maintenance when equipment or mold problems require repairASSIGN employees to machines and production areas based on production needsTRACK attendance, performance and shift documentationCOMMUNICATE production status, problems and priorities during shift handoffsKEEP the production floor safe, organized and moving
Injection Molding Experience We're Looking ForRequired:
- Previous injection molding setup or processing experience
- Experience performing machine setups and mold changes
- Strong understanding of injection molding processes and machine operation
- Ability to troubleshoot common molding defects and make process adjustments
- Understanding of process parameters including temperature, pressure, injection speed, cooling time and cycle time
- Experience working with plastic resins, material changes and production changeovers
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Ability to train, direct and support Production Operators
- Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred:- Previous supervisory, lead or team-lead experience
- Hydraulic and electric injection molding machine experience
- Robots and automation
- Hot runner systems and mold-temperature controllers
- Dryers, loaders, chillers and other auxiliary equipment
- Lean Manufacturing / 5SExperience monitoring scrap, downtime, cycle time and production efficiency
- The Right FitWe're looking for someone who can take ownership of the shift.
- You should be comfortable moving between the production floor, the machines and your team-setting priorities, solving process problems, coaching operators and keeping production on schedule.
Our Production Operators work alongside multiple injection molding machines, monitoring cycles, inspecting parts, assembling and packaging product, and reporting production or quality concerns. As their supervisor, you'll need the production knowledge to train them, recognize problems and provide clear direction.
Schedule3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AMFull-Time 40 Hours/Week
Overtime may be available based on production needs.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $27+/Hour - Based on Injection Molding & Leadership Experience
Health, dental & vision insurance Life insuranceHSA & Employee Assistance Program Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Why Join Plastic Parts International? This is an opportunity for an experienced injection molding professional to take ownership of an entire production shift. You'll have the ability to lead the team, solve production problems, improve processes and directly influence the performance of 3rd shift. Apply today with your injection molding setup, processing and leadership experience.
