Injection Molding Supervisor

Lawrence Plastics; Clarkston (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

401K with Employer Match

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

AFLAC Insurance

Job summary

Lawrence Plastics in Clarkston, MI, seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee manufacturing operations on the assigned shift. You will lead production teams, ensure safety, quality, and timely output, and coordinate with maintenance, quality, and engineering to resolve issues.

Responsibilities include training, scheduling, cost reduction, and supporting continuous improvement while complying with IATF 16949 standards. Familiarity with 5S and documentation is required for ongoing operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience in plastic injection molding or automotive manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership and direction to production employees on assigned shift.
• Assign tasks and monitor performance for accuracy, productivity, and efficiency.
• Ensure teams have tools, materials, and resources to perform duties.
• Promote a safe work environment and enforce safety policies.
• Monitor production to meet productivity and quality targets.
• Identify and resolve production, personnel, and technical issues promptly.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and engineering to address concerns.
• Assist scheduling and workforce planning to support production needs.
• Ensure proper training for safe and effective duties.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support disciplinary actions, performance management, and coaching.
• Contribute to cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with new product launches and process changes.
• Lead and maintain 5S workplace organization.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and reports.
• Lead or participate in special projects as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required to support production operations.

Skills

Injection molding

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing/Engineering/Business or related field

2-4 years supervisory experience in manufacturing

Experience in plastic injection molding or automotive manufacturing preferred

Job description

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing manufacturing operations during assigned shifts to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently achieved. This role provides leadership and direction to production employees while coordinating daily operations, resolving production issues, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in compliance with company procedures and IATF 16949 standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership, direction, and support to production employees on assigned shift.
• Assign work tasks and monitor employee performance to ensure accuracy, productivity, and efficiency.
• Ensure employees have the necessary tools, materials, and resources to perform their duties.
• Promote a safe work environment and enforce company safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor production processes to ensure productivity, quality, and efficiency targets are achieved.
• Identify and resolve production, personnel, and technical issues in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and engineering departments to address equipment or process concerns.
• Assist in scheduling and workforce planning to support production requirements.
• Ensure employees receive proper training to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the production team.
• Support disciplinary actions, performance management, and employee coaching as required.
• Support and participate in cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with new product launches, process changes, and production trials.
• Lead and maintain 5S workplace organization standards.
• Ensure operations comply with IATF 16949 quality standards and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and reports as required.
• Lead or participate in special projects as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required to support production operations.

Education and Experience

• Associate degrees in Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience in plastic injection molding or automotive manufacturing is preferred.

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of plastic injection molding equipment, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities.

Work Environment

This position operates in a manufacturing environment with exposure to industrial equipment, moving machinery, and varying noise levels typical of a plastics injection molding facility. Work may occur in areas without full climate control where temperatures can fluctuate depending on seasonal conditions and production processes. Employees are required to follow all workplace safety policies and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

DISCLAIMER

The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills, or abilities required for this position. Lawrence Plastics reserves the right, at its discretion, to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time as business needs change. Employment in this position requires agreement to complete all required post-hire training.

Plus we offer:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• 401K with Employer Match
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• AFLAC Insurance