In-Mold Grading Lead — Forming & Bonding Ops

Kingfisher Recruiting; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking an experienced In-Mold Grading (IMG) Supervisor to oversee daily forming press, bonding, and wrapping operations in a start-up manufacturing facility in McDonough, GA. The role involves supervising production employees, monitoring equipment, maintaining quality, and ensuring safe, efficient processes.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on leadership in forming press operations and bonding, help establish production procedures, train staff, and support readiness

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• Minimum 3 years manufacturing experience involving forming presses, lamination, bonding, or related processes.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with forming press equipment (compression molding, vacuum forming, thermoforming).
• Knowledge of materials used in bonding and wrapping (TPO, films, fabrics).
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and monitor process parameters.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with safety standards, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily in-mold grading, forming press, bonding, and wrapping operations to meet production, quality, and safety objectives.
• Coordinate employee assignments, production schedules, and workflow across assigned operations.
• Monitor forming press parameters, including temperature, pressure, and cycle times, to ensure consistent product quality.
• Oversee manual and automated bonding and wrapping processes, ensuring proper material alignment, tension, and adhesion.
• Troubleshoot production issues, equipment performance concerns, and recurring defects to minimize downtime.
• Ensure finished products meet customer specifications for surface appearance, texture quality, adhesion, and overall fit and finish.
• Identify and resolve defects, including wrinkles, bubbles, material damage, and improper bonding.
• Support process improvements to increase productivity, reduce waste, and maintain consistent manufacturing standards.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Train, coach, and develop production employees on equipment operation, quality standards, and safe work practices.
• Monitor employee performance, reinforce accountability, and promote a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Enforce workplace safety procedures, including LOTO, machine guarding, and 5S standards.
• Support start-up activities, including equipment readiness, work instruction development, and implementation of standardized production procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Manufacturing supervision

Forming press equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking an experienced In-Mold Grading (IMG) Supervisor to oversee daily forming press, bonding, and wrapping operations in a start-up manufacturing facility in McDonough, GA. The role involves supervising production employees, monitoring equipment, maintaining quality, and ensuring safe, efficient processes.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on leadership in forming press operations and bonding, help establish production procedures, train staff, and support readiness