Injection Molding Production Lead — 1st Shift

Rehrig Pacific Company, Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Rehrig Pacific Company, Lenexa, KS, is seeking a Production Lead to partner with the Shift Supervisor and Manager. You will oversee a set of plastic injection molding machines and ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently.

Ideal candidates have prior team leadership in manufacturing, at least two years of injection molding experience, and ability to pass a forklift test. Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is a plus; you should be physically capable of lifting up to 40 lbs and

Qualifications

• Two years of injection molding experience preferred.
• Must pass forklift driving test and operate safely daily.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Experience as a team leader in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to effectively use MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee machine setups and production changeovers to meet customer specs.
• Support and guide machine operators to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Perform operator duties when needed and assist with troubleshooting.
• Prepare the floor for each shift by ensuring machines, materials, and components are ready.
• Lead safety and 5S initiatives to keep our work environment clean and efficient.
• Complete production reports and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Rehrig Pacific Company, Lenexa, KS, is seeking a Production Lead to partner with the Shift Supervisor and Manager. You will oversee a set of plastic injection molding machines and ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently.

Ideal candidates have prior team leadership in manufacturing, at least two years of injection molding experience, and ability to pass a forklift test. Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is a plus; you should be physically capable of lifting up to 40 lbs and