Coordinator III, Molding

Aptar Italia S.P.A.; Auburn, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance‑based bonus

Comprehensive training program

Extensive benefits package

Job summary

Aptar in Auburn, AL, is seeking a Coordinator III, Molding reporting to the Associate Manager of Low Cavitation and Molding. This role is based in Auburn, AL and leads daily production teams to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.

You will drive shift leadership, onboarding and training, and support continuous improvement initiatives across molding and VIM operations, with a 12-hour rotating continental schedule including weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production workflows.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues effectively.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support production team members during shifts.
• Serve as primary shift leader in the absence of management.
• Communicate daily production goals and priorities.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate shift activities to maximize uptime and productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team development

Lean Manufacturing

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training or manufacturing certifications

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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At Aptar, we use insights, design, engineering and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for our customers, and, in turn, make a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of people around the world. Every day, Aptar creates “a-ha moments” for its customers and their consumers and patients by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems, including those that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance, kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess and patients connected technologies that help them more easily adhere to treatment.

We have manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and South America and over 13,000 dedicated employees in 18 different countries.

YOU SHOULD WORK HERE BECAUSE WE:

• attract and develop high performing people.
• promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment.
• invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities.
• contribute to the communities where we reside.

WHAT'S NEW WITH APTAR

We have an exciting position open in North America: Coordinator III, Molding reporting to the Associate Manager, Low Cavitation and Molding. This position will be based in Auburn, AL.

THIS IS HOW YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS

Responsibilities
Include but are not limited to the following:

The Working Team Leader is responsible for providing daily leadership, direction, and support to team members within the Molding and VIM operations while actively performing production duties. This role ensures safety, quality, productivity, and housekeeping standards are met while serving as the first point of contact for production-related issues during the assigned shift. The Working Team Leader leads by example, promotes employee engagement, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership

• Lead, coach, and support production team members during assigned shifts.
• Serve as the primary shift leader in the absence of management.
• Communicate daily production goals, expectations, and priorities.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct shift start-up meetings and communicate operational updates.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new team members.

Production Operations

• Perform daily production tasks while leading the team.
• Ensure production schedules are executed efficiently and safely.
• Monitor machine performance, process flow, and staffing requirements.
• Assist operators in troubleshooting processes, equipment, and material issues.
• Coordinate shift activities to maximize uptime and productivity.
• Support changeovers, startups, and production adjustments as required.

Safety

• Promote and enforce all CSP safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct safety observations and address unsafe conditions immediately.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and compliance with safety standards.
• Report accidents, injuries, near misses, and safety concerns to management.

Quality

• Ensure all quality standards, work instructions, and process controls are followed.
• Verify inspections are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Respond quickly to quality concerns and initiate containment activities when necessary.
• Support corrective actions and continuous improvement efforts.

Staffing and Communication

• Monitor attendance and communicate staffing concerns to management.
• Assist with shift coverage and resource allocation.
• Maintain effective communication between shifts and departments.
• Complete shift reports and communicate key performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support waste reduction and cost‑saving initiatives.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING ON THE JOURNEY

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training or manufacturing certifications are preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years' manufacturing experience required.
• Prior leadership or team lead experience is preferred.
• Experience in molding, plastics manufacturing, VIM operations, or related processes preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production workflows.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues effectively.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, quality standards, and production documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and moving equipment.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating continental schedule, including weekends and holidays as required.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive base salary and performance‑based bonus plan.
• An Exciting, Diverse and value based working environment
• Award‑winning Corporate University offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401K plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.

Be You. Be Aptar Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

Nearest Major Market: Auburn
Nearest Secondary Market: Opelika