3rd Shift Injection Molding Production Supervisor

W3Global; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

W3Global is seeking an experienced 3rd Shift Injection Molding Production Supervisor in Garden Grove, CA. You will lead overnight manufacturing, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency, and develop team members in a fast-paced plastics environment.

The ideal candidate has at least six years of injection molding experience and proven supervisory abilities to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence on the third shift.

Qualifications

• Six+ years of injection molding experience.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of injection molding processes, machine operation, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with production equipment, robotics, and quality requirements.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop production staff.
• Excellent problem-solving, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead third-shift production operations, ensuring safety, accountability, and productivity.
• Oversee injection molding operations to maintain safe, efficient processing within parameters.
• Manage daily staffing and labor allocation to meet production needs.
• Monitor performance and address issues impacting output, quality, and efficiency.
• Conduct shift meetings and provide thorough handoff reports to successors.
• Collaborate with Quality and Maintenance to investigate defects and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Injection Molding

Supervisory Experience

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Quality Assurance

Safety Compliance

Tools

Robotics

Molding Equipment

Process Controls

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: 3rd Shift Injection Molding Production Supervisor

Location: Garden Grove, CA 92841

Department: Injection Molding / Plastics Production

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10:30 PM-6:00 AM, with weekends as needed

Employment Type: Full-Time, Salaried

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports To: Production Manager

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

• We are seeking an experienced 3rd Shift Injection Molding Production Supervisor to lead overnight manufacturing operations at our Garden Grove, California facility. This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while leading and developing team members in a fast-paced plastics manufacturing environment.
• The ideal candidate will bring at least six years of injection molding experience, a strong understanding of molding processes and troubleshooting, and the leadership skills necessary to maintain production standards, minimize downtime, and drive continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing professional who enjoys developing people, solving technical challenges, and supporting operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Leadership and Operations
• Supervise and lead production employees during the third shift, promoting a safe, accountable, and productive work environment.
• Oversee injection molding operations to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and within established processing parameters.
• Assign daily responsibilities, manage labor allocation, and maintain appropriate staffing coverage to meet production requirements.
• Monitor production performance and address issues affecting output, efficiency, and product quality.
• Conduct shift meetings, document production activities, and provide thorough handoff reports to incoming supervisors.

Process Control And Troubleshooting

• Monitor part quality and ensure compliance with established molding parameters, setup procedures, and quality specifications.
• Troubleshoot injection molding machines, robotics, auxiliary equipment, and material flow issues to reduce downtime and maintain production continuity.
• Partner with Quality and Maintenance teams to investigate defects, resolve equipment issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce scrap, and strengthen process consistency.

Team Development And Continuous Improvement

• Train, coach, and develop operators and technicians on molding best practices, equipment operation, safety procedures, and production standards.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the shift.
• Enforce established safety policies and ensure employees follow applicable operating procedures.
• Support initiatives designed to improve productivity, product quality, equipment reliability, and overall manufacturing performance.

Documentation And Food Safety

• Maintain accurate and timely production records, including production logs, downtime reports, scrap tracking, and shift documentation.
• Promote and support a strong food safety culture in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Help maintain compliance with the SQF (Safe Quality Food) System, regulatory requirements, customer specifications, and safe food-handling practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of injection molding experience.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of injection molding processes, machine operation, process parameters, and basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience working with production equipment, robotics, auxiliary systems, and manufacturing quality requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, motivate, and develop production team members.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain productivity and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production tracking or reporting systems.
• Willingness and ability to work the scheduled third shift and weekends as needed to support production demands.

Schedule And Work Environment

• Monday through Friday, 10:30 PM-6:00 AM. | Weekend availability is required as needed based on production schedules and staffing demands.
• This is an on-site position in a plastics manufacturing facility.
• The work environment includes exposure to injection molding machinery, moderate noise levels, and varying temperatures.
• The position requires the ability to stand, walk, and lift as needed throughout the shift.
• Compensation Review and Career Growth
• Employees are eligible for two performance reviews during their first year, which may include consideration for a pay increase.
• Opportunities for advancement are available.
• Performance reviews do not guarantee a pay increase.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may receive the following benefits:
• 401(k) with a 6% employer match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for career advancement

Why Join the Team?

• This is an opportunity to take ownership of overnight production operations, lead a skilled manufacturing team, and make a direct impact on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will help ensure consistent production performance while building a strong, safety-focused culture across the third shift.