1st Shift Production Team Lead

Seaway Plastics Engineering; Vadnais Heights (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

MME Group in Vadnais Heights, MN, is seeking a Production Supervisor for the plastic injection molding division. The role supervises machine and assembly operators, enforces safety and quality guidelines, and trains new shift teams to maintain efficient production lines.

The candidate will record production data, ensure proper documentation, inspect parts for defects, and collaborate with engineers and floor personnel to resolve issues. Strong communication and math skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Three years working in the manufacturing of plastic injection molding.
• Ability to read and comprehend production instructions, policy manuals, safety instructions, short correspondence and business memorandums.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and written.
• Basic knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and monitors the work of machine and assembly operators.
• Follows and enforces MME Group safety guidelines.
• Follows and enforces MME Group quality guidelines.
• Completes training for all new shift team members.
• Communicates and works effectively with the other team members.
• Shares ideas on how the team can be improved and solve problems with accurate operation sheets.
• To record and make accurate records of product produced.
• Ensure proper documentation by Material Handlers and Process Technicians when changing work orders.
• Visually inspects parts for defects and notifies shift Process Techs of issues.
• Drive the culture, provide recognition, and emphasize teamwork.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mathematical calculations

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Willow Lake, 1185 Willow Lake Blvd., Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervises and monitors the work of machine and assembly operators.
• Follows and enforces MME Group safety guidelines.
• Follows and enforces MME Group quality guidelines.
• Completes training for all new shift team members.
• Communicates and works effectively with the other team members.
• Shares ideas on how the team can be improved and solve any problems which are occurring, making sure that all operation sheets have correct information on them.
• To record and make accurate records of product produced.
• Ensure proper documentation by Material Handlers and Process Technicians when changing work orders.
• Visually inspects parts for visual defects such as shorts, flash, contamination etc.
• Notify shift Process Techs of any visual problems with the product.
• Complete walk through of areas and make notes about cleanliness, have operators take care of their area.
• Drive the culture, provide recognition, and emphasize teamwork.

Quality Responsibilities:

• Provide effective quality technical support to Plastic Injection Molding and assembly operations.
• Work effectively with engineers, technicians, supervisors, and floor personnel to resolve day-to-day issues, achieve team objectives, and promote quality principles.
• Use MME Procedures, Work Instructions, Forms and other QMS elements to ensure continuing adherence to MME and regulatory requirements.
• Initiate change requests to update or improve quality or product documentation.
• Performs Final Inspection of products.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements:

• High School or GED required.
• Valid identification and the ability to legally work in the United States.
• Three years working in the manufacturing of plastic injection molding.
• Previously employed at MME Group as a Machine Operator III.
• Ability to read and comprehend production instructions, policy manuals, safety instructions, short correspondence and business memorandums.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and written.
• Basic knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
• To perform intermediate mathematical computations (examples: add, subtract, and divide in all unit of measure, using whole numbers and decimals);
• Ability to occasionally lift 30lbs unaided.
• Walking and stair climbing is required within the office/shop areas.
• Ability to stand, bend and stoop.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.

Willow Lake, 1185 Willow Lake Blvd., Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, United States of America