Molding Manufacturing Supervisor

Aptiv; Saltillo; On-site; MXN 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

Savings Fund

Grocery allowance

Christmas Bonus

Learning & Development

Employee Assistance

Wellness Programs

Innovation Recognition

Job summary

Aptiv is seeking a Molding Manufacturing Supervisor to coordinate daily operations in the injection molding area, driving safety, quality, and productivity across the plant. You will lead cross-functional efforts to execute initiatives, monitor KPIs, and ensure continuous improvement in molding processes.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical/manufacturing engineering background with 3+ years of supervisory experience in high-volume production, plus strong leadership and problem-solving skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in mechanical, mechatronics, manufacturing engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably injection molding or high-volume production.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills; proven track record in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead daily operations in molding to meet safety, quality and production goals.
• Support initiatives and projects for molding operations in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Participate in decision-making to achieve plant objectives and targets.
• Authorize stops on processes that risk safety, quality, or customer requirements.
• Drive compliance with EH&S standards and labor agreements for production personnel.
• Lead, coach, train, and develop direct reports for high performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Problem solving

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, mechatronics, manufacturing engineering, etc.

Job description

Molding Manufacturing Supervisor coordinates and leads daily operations within the injection molding or mold manufacturing area to meet safety, quality, and production objectives.

• Execute production planning and evaluate manufacturing process flow in collaboration with the cross-functional team to drive continuous improvements, enhance efficiency, and maximize resource utilization within the Molding area.

• Support the Manufacturing Manager and cross-functional teams by participating in the development, implementation, and execution of initiatives, projects, and operational processes required for the Molding department.

• Participate in decision-making related to Molding business plans to ensure the achievement of plant objectives and operational targets.

• Exercise authority to stop any process or product that may pose a risk to employee safety, facility integrity, product quality, or customer requirements.

• Ensure the effective execution of activities related to the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Manufacturing Operating System.

• Drive compliance with divisional and local policies, procedures, environmental health and safety standards, and labor agreements related to production personnel.

• Lead, coach, train, develop, and evaluate direct reports to foster a high-performing and engaged workforce.

• Monitor, analyze, and review key performance indicators (KPIs) on a daily basis with the Molding leadership team, ensuring timely corrective actions and continuous operational improvement.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization, quality improvements, cost reduction, and productivity enhancements.

• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout all molding operations.

YOUR BACKGROUND

Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, mechatronics, manufacturing engineering, etc.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within injection molding, plastics, or high-volume production operations.
• Experience leading production teams and driving performance in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, continuous improvement methodologies, and problem-solving tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5 Why, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills, with the ability to train, coach, and evaluate employees while fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence.

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Major Medical and Life Insurance

• Retirement Plant

• Savings Fund

• Grocery allowance

• Christmas Bonus

• Learning and development opportunities

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Recognition for innovation and excellence

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