Blow Molding Process & Setup Manager

Silgan Containers; Ohio; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers is seeking a manufacturing supervisor for our Ohio facility to lead the set-up department and ensure safe, efficient production. You will mentor process technicians, coordinate with PDEs on new tooling, and maintain set-up documentation for all jobs.

You will monitor performance, manage inventory of mold components, train new staff, and collaborate with customer service and scheduling to ensure availability of line components for upcoming jobs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a blow molding facility, preferably with shuttle equipment.
• Knowledge of blow molding tooling and components.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Promote and execute safe work practices at the Ottawa facility.
• Manage the set-up department, ensuring timely and accurate set ups.
• Identify mold issues and coordinate changes to optimize tooling.
• Work with plant PDE to approve engineering on new tooling/mold.
• Maintain listing of daily changes and report to plant manager monthly.
• Manage process technicians and set-up personnel with shift supervisors.
• Collaborate with PDEs on new projects.
• Manage mold, head, barrel, and screw inventory.
• Maintain set-up documentation for all jobs.
• Train new employees and operators.
• Coordinate with customer service, scheduling, engineering, and manufacturing manager.
• Evaluate jobs not running to standard and drive improvements.
• Provide plant support during off hours as needed.
• Monitor performance and attendance of direct reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Forklift license

MS Office

Troubleshooting

Task prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Bekum blow molders

SIG blow molders

Sabmann blow molders

Job description

Silgan Containers is seeking a manufacturing supervisor for our Ohio facility to lead the set-up department and ensure safe, efficient production. You will mentor process technicians, coordinate with PDEs on new tooling, and maintain set-up documentation for all jobs.

You will monitor performance, manage inventory of mold components, train new staff, and collaborate with customer service and scheduling to ensure availability of line components for upcoming jobs.