2nd Shift Tech Supervisor - Mold & Robotics Leadership

Textron Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron is seeking a 2nd Shift Supervisor Technology to oversee blow molding, injection molding, and related processes at our Detroit-area facility. This role drives manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety across multiple molding platforms, including WO/logs and process changes.

The supervisor will lead a team of technicians and operators, ensuring smooth 2nd shift operations. Qualified candidates bring a university engineering degree and 3+ years in blow molding, welding, or related

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or related degree preferred.
• 3 years of experience in Blow Molding, Hot Plate Welding, Assembly Equipment or related.
• Experience in Electrical, Pneumatic, Hydraulic systems, and programming logic.
• Robotics experience preferred (FANUC).
• Proven mechanical skills.
• Prior experience leading, coaching, and mentoring direct reports preferred.
• Support a 24/7 environment; shifts may include holidays, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee blow molding, injection molding, and hot-plate welding processes to maintain efficient, productive operations.
• Monitor machine operation across molding platforms to meet targets (cycle times, shot weights, injection parameters).
• Ensure thorough documentation across production lines (parameter logs, machine logs, work orders, QC checks, change management).
• Identify waste minimization and material recycling opportunities for blow and injection processes to reduce costs.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and countermeasures.
• Provide leadership and direction to technicians, production associates, and area leaders for mold changes.
• Lead training programs for process technicians, team members, and leadership.
• Understand electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic circuits for process tooling.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Leadership

Robotics experience (FANUC)

Education

University degree in Engineering

Job description

Textron is seeking a 2nd Shift Supervisor Technology to oversee blow molding, injection molding, and related processes at our Detroit-area facility. This role drives manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety across multiple molding platforms, including WO/logs and process changes.

The supervisor will lead a team of technicians and operators, ensuring smooth 2nd shift operations. Qualified candidates bring a university engineering degree and 3+ years in blow molding, welding, or related