Blown Film Extrusion Supervisor

Manufacturing Jobs; Clinton (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manufacturing Jobs in Clinton, MS seeks a Blown Film Extrusion Manager or Supervisor to lead daily plastic film production, manage staff, ensure safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement.

You will optimize extrusion lines, troubleshoot mechanical/electrical issues, mentor operators, and partner with maintenance to meet KPIs and production goals.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Deep knowledge of extrusion equipment, including multi-layer lines.
• Experience applying Lean/Six Sigma for process improvement.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical/electrical issues on extrusion lines.

Responsibilities

• Production Oversight: drive daily operations and meet output targets.
• Personnel Management: recruit, train, and supervise extrusion staff.
• Process Improvement: implement preventative maintenance and Lean initiatives.
• Technical Expertise: troubleshoot extrusion equipment and optimize settings.
• Quality and Safety: enforce safety protocols and ensure product specs.
• Strategic Planning: support growth and manage budgets for the extrusion department.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Extrusion expertise

Lean Six Sigma

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

SUMMARY

A Blown Film Extrusion Manager or Supervisor oversees daily plastic film production, managing staff, ensuring quality/safety, optimizing processes, and troubleshooting mechanical/technical issues, requiring strong leadership, problem-solving, and deep knowledge of extrusion equipment (like multi-layer lines) and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) to drive operational excellence and meet production goals

Key Responsibilities

• Production Oversight: Drive daily operations, meet output targets, manage production schedules, and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Personnel Management: Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise extrusion operators and supervisors; foster a collaborative team environment.
• Process Improvement: Implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs; improve procedures; utilize Lean/Six Sigma for efficiency.
• Technical Expertise: Troubleshoot mechanical/electrical issues on extruders and related equipment; ensure proper material usage and machine settings.
• Quality and Safety: Enforce strict safety protocols; ensure product quality meets specifications; conduct quality checks.
• Strategic Planning: Support growth initiatives; make data-driven decisions; manage budgets for the extrusion department.