Evening Molding Manager Lead 2nd Shift

Essentra-PLC-1; Flippin (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Essentra seeks a dedicated 2nd Shift Molding Manager in Flippin, AR who will report to the Operations Manager and lead our molding team during overnight operations. You will oversee production, safety, maintenance, and quality processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company standards.

The hours are 4:00PM - 8:00PM, Monday - Friday. You will troubleshoot molding parameters, manage a skilled team, and coordinate with other departments to drive continuous improvement and maintain a safe

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of machine operation experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Injection molding experience preferred; plastics or similar manufacturing a plus.
• Stand/walk/bend/kneel in varying temperatures; lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Lockout/Tagout and forklift certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and adjust molding parameters to maintain quality and maximize output.
• Ensure products are produced on time, cost-effectively, and meet quality standards.
• Lead and develop a team through daily tasks, scheduling, training, and performance reviews.
• Motivate and coach team members to achieve objectives and maintain compliance with work instructions and quality processes.
• Promote a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, safety standards, and housekeeping practices.
• Manage emergency shutdowns, ensuring safe evacuations, equipment shutdown, and communication with emergency personnel.
• Coordinate tooling and equipment availability, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with support departments to resolve technical or mechanical issues.
• Work with management to implement company policies and drive process improvements.
• Track team competencies and provide development opportunities.

Skills

Machine supervision

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Electrical basics

LOTO certification

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Essentra seeks a dedicated 2nd Shift Molding Manager in Flippin, AR who will report to the Operations Manager and lead our molding team during overnight operations. You will oversee production, safety, maintenance, and quality processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company standards.

The hours are 4:00PM - 8:00PM, Monday - Friday. You will troubleshoot molding parameters, manage a skilled team, and coordinate with other departments to drive continuous improvement and maintain a safe