In-Mold Production Lead: Grading & Bonding

Management Performance Associates; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Management Performance Associates seeks an experienced In-Mold Grading (IMG) Supervisor to oversee daily forming press, bonding, and wrapping operations in a startup manufacturing facility in its formation phase. The role focuses on supervising production employees, monitoring equipment performance, ensuring product quality, and championing safe, efficient processes as production scales to full output.

You will establish procedures, train staff, and collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience involving forming presses, in-mold grading, lamination, bonding, or related production processes.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with forming press equipment including compression molding, vacuum forming, or thermoforming.
• Knowledge of TPO, films, fabrics, and other materials used in bonding and wrapping applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues, monitor process parameters, and identify product defects.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with manufacturing 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.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forming press equipment

Compression molding

Vacuum forming

Thermoforming

Lamination

Job description

Management Performance Associates seeks an experienced In-Mold Grading (IMG) Supervisor to oversee daily forming press, bonding, and wrapping operations in a startup manufacturing facility in its formation phase. The role focuses on supervising production employees, monitoring equipment performance, ensuring product quality, and championing safe, efficient processes as production scales to full output.

You will establish procedures, train staff, and collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and