Injection Molding Production Lead (Day Shift)

Conmet; Canton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent base salary

Targeted annual bonus

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Vacation plan

401k with 4% match

ESOP participation

Ten paid holidays

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

ConMet’s Canton facility is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor for the day shift Injection Molding Department. You will lead a results-driven team, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and mentor staff from onboarding onward.

The role oversees daily molding schedules, ensures PPE compliance, and coaches team members to meet production targets while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment. Prior supervisory experience in automotive injection molding is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related supervisory experience in an injection molding production environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Technical knowledge of injection molding machines, including mold die changes, machine setup, and quality-related troubleshooting.
• Understanding of inventory control practices.
• Lean manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of ISO and IATF 16949 standards and systems.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to effectively communicate and manage employee performance.
• Experience in the Automotive sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all shift team members follow established safety protocols and consistently wear required PPE.
• Review the daily molding schedule, generate prioritized work assignments, and communicate the action plan to team members.
• Lead and direct shift team members to meet or exceed production targets and quality standards.
• Confirm that all procedures, work instructions, and necessary equipment are available and properly set up at each workstation.
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and leadership to support skill development and performance improvement among team members.
• Foster a positive employee experience from onboarding through ongoing engagement and development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times.
• Prepare accurate daily attendance records and comprehensive end-of-shift reports.
• Drive problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Production scheduling

Problem solving

Communication

Lean manufacturing

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Employee development

Tools

Injection molding machines

Mold changes

Machine setup

Quality troubleshooting

Job description

ConMet’s Canton facility is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor for the day shift Injection Molding Department. You will lead a results-driven team, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and mentor staff from onboarding onward.

The role oversees daily molding schedules, ensures PPE compliance, and coaches team members to meet production targets while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment. Prior supervisory experience in automotive injection molding is preferred.