Lead Injection Molding Supervisor

BeInBA; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BeInBA in Newburyport, MA is seeking a Production Supervisor to coordinate daily operations in the Plastics Injection Molding Department and ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality components.

You will guide molding technicians, machine operators, and support staff; monitor schedules, quality, and safety; drive Lean initiatives and continuous improvement; and collaborate with Scheduling, Materials, Quality, and Maintenance to meet customer demands.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of applicable experience with progressive responsibility in a manufacturing production environment.
• Expert level skills in employee training & development, press operations, mold care, scheduling and prioritizing, quality standards, and troubleshooting of quality issues.
• Ability to navigate an MRP system at an expert level.
• Full understanding of LEAN methodologies as demonstrated by the implementation of quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities within the injection-molding department.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality, efficiency, and customer delivery requirements.
• Monitor machine utilization, labor productivity, scrap rates, and overall department performance.
• Assign personnel and equipment resources to maximize operational effectiveness.
• Lead shift startup meetings and communicate production priorities and expectations.
• Train, mentor, and develop molding operators, technicians, and support personnel.
• Monitor employee performance and provide coaching, feedback, and corrective action when necessary.
• Promote and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and waste-reduction initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate production records and departmental documentation.
• Coordinate with Scheduling, Materials, Quality, and Maintenance departments to meet customer demands.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager, or Chief Operations Officer.

Skills

Employee training & development

Press operations

Mold care

Scheduling

Quality standards

Troubleshooting of quality issues

MRP system

LEAN methodologies

Tools

MRP system

Job description

BeInBA in Newburyport, MA is seeking a Production Supervisor to coordinate daily operations in the Plastics Injection Molding Department and ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality components.

You will guide molding technicians, machine operators, and support staff; monitor schedules, quality, and safety; drive Lean initiatives and continuous improvement; and collaborate with Scheduling, Materials, Quality, and Maintenance to meet customer demands.