In-Mold Grading Supervisor - Start-Up Manufacturing Leader

MDS Staffing; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing 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 Georgia. The role focuses on supervising production employees, monitoring equipment, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safe, efficient processes.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on leadership in forming press operations, material bonding, and surface finishing, with responsibilities including training,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience involving forming presses, in-mold grading, lamination, bonding, or related production processes.
• Hands-on experience with forming press equipment (compression molding, vacuum forming, or thermoforming) strongly preferred.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of materials used in bonding and wrapping (TPO, films, fabrics).

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.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical training

Tools

Forming press equipment

Job description

MDS Staffing 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 Georgia. The role focuses on supervising production employees, monitoring equipment, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safe, efficient processes.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on leadership in forming press operations, material bonding, and surface finishing, with responsibilities including training,