Lead Injection Molding Ops & Safety Champion

100Hires, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AmbaFlex in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Lead Daily Molding Operations to drive safety, efficiency, and on-time delivery on the floor. You will coordinate teams, manage mold changeovers, and ensure 6S readiness across shifts.

The role emphasizes coaching, problem solving, and collaboration with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to sustain high-quality parts. A strong background in injection molding and leadership is essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of injection molding manufacturing experience.
• At least 2 years supervising in a production setting.
• Strong grasp of molding processes, tooling, materials, machines, and quality requirements.
• Basic computer proficiency: spreadsheets, production reporting, ERP/MRP, and inventory management.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED; additional technical education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion safe work practices, enforce PPE use, and uphold LOTO procedures.
• Coordinate daily activities to meet customer and business targets; schedule jobs and plan mold changeovers.
• Hold the line on quality; monitor cycle times, scrap, downtime and process capability.
• Maintain production records and verify material availability and inventory accuracy.
• Lead, coach, and develop production team members; run shift handoffs.

Skills

Injection Molding

Supervisory Experience

Molding Tools & Materials

Quality & Process Control

Leadership & Coaching

Production Planning

ERP/MRP Proficiency

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Plastics manufacturing training

Tools

ERP/MRP Systems

Job description

AmbaFlex in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Lead Daily Molding Operations to drive safety, efficiency, and on-time delivery on the floor. You will coordinate teams, manage mold changeovers, and ensure 6S readiness across shifts.

The role emphasizes coaching, problem solving, and collaboration with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to sustain high-quality parts. A strong background in injection molding and leadership is essential for success in this fast-paced environment.