Injection Team Leader

SPEED Group; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The SPEED Group is seeking an Injection Team Leader to coordinate daily production operations, train operators, and ensure quality and safety standards in a fast-paced molding environment.

You will supervise the Injection Team, implement productivity and continuous improvement programs, and work closely with the Injection Molding Supervisor to meet production goals and maintain housekeeping.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of injection molding processes and equipment.
• Ability to set parameters for new and existing tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
• Ability to work standing for extended periods and operate machinery.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate and assist in day-to-day team operations ensuring effective communication within your shift.
• Coach and train Injection Operators on proper work instructions and quality standards.
• Administer company policies and procedures to the entire Injection Team.
• Administer company Productivity, Safety, Cost and Continuous Improvement Programs.

Skills

Injection Molding

Material Processing

Troubleshooting

Mold Knowledge

Mechanical Repair

Communication

Production Procedures

Physical Demands

Job description

Role Objective: The Injection Team Leader is responsible involving continuous coordination of production-related activities, ability to perform routine maintenance activities. Works with the Injection Molding Supervisor regarding labor relations. Uses effective communication in order to meet production objectives with the highest standard of quality, efficiency safety and housekeeping.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead, coordinate and assist in day-to-day team operations ensuring effective communication within your shift.
• Coach and train Injection Operators on proper work instructions and quality standards.
• Administer company policies and procedures to the entire Injection Team.
• Administer company Productivity, Safety, Cost and Continuous Improvement Programs.

Essential Functions:

• Set up and adjust process parameters as needed for quality production.
• Proper recording and weight of all material used in production on a weekly basis.
• Monitor production to ensure proper quality, and cost control objectives are being met.
• Address press related issues, determine a resolution and implement the resolution.
• Maximize the amount of regrind being used in the process.
• Ensure proper housekeeping within the department.

Skills / Abilities Needed:

• Injection Molding Processing Knowledge-press start up / shut down, fine adjustments of press settings for molds to reach optimum efficiencies, ability to set press parameters for new and existing tools to ensure consistent performance with quality as well as output.
• Material Processing Knowledge of Polypropylene, Polyethylene, and other related materials.
• Trouble Shooting Knowledge - thorough understanding of the process of Injection Molding included mechanical, hydraulic and electrical functions of an injection molding press and the ability to diagnose as well as resolve press issues quickly.
• Mold Knowledge - thorough knowledge of how a mold works its components and the ability to properly maintain and provide preventative maintenance of molds.
• Ability to make routine repairs to a press such as valve replacement, screw removal, oil leaks, minor electrical repairs, etc.
• Friendly, motivated individual with a high sense of urgency, and solid communication skills.
• Ability to write, implement and maintain production procedures/specifications.
• Must be capable of performing the physical demands of the role, including standing for extended periods, and operating machinery as needed

Work Environment/Conditions:

• The role may require flexibility in working hours, including weekend work and overtime as necessary.
• Compliance with personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, including wearing steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and other designated gear as needed.
• Work in a factory environment with potential exposure to warm conditions during the summer months