Lead Operator, 2nd Shift - Plastics Manufacturing

TriMas Corporation; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

EAP

Paid Time Off

Retirement Program

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Omega Plastics Inc is seeking a Lead Operator for the 2nd shift in Clinton Township, MI to support the production supervisor and oversee the line. You will monitor productivity, troubleshoot equipment and processes, and train machine operators to ensure safe, efficient operation.

This on-site role runs 3:30pm–12:00am, Monday to Friday with some Saturdays, offering hourly full-time employment and a shift premium. Experience in plastic injection molding and ISO environments is valued.

Qualifications

• Previous plastic injection molding or manufacturing experience required.
• Previous experience working in an ISO controlled environment preferred.
• Ability to comprehend and follow visual, written, and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate well and work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and communicate the purpose, principles, and vision of Omega Plastics and TriMas
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Oversees workflow, including people, materials, and products, to meet production schedules
• Supports training and helps troubleshoot issues
• Collaborates with internal teams to resolve problems
• Acts as the subject matter expert for the production line and supports projects as needed
• Manages required paperwork for line startup and shutdown
• Coordinates break schedules and supports machine operation during breaks
• Other tasks as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or manager.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Instruction following

Job description

Omega Plastics Inc is seeking a Lead Operator for the 2nd shift in Clinton Township, MI to support the production supervisor and oversee the line. You will monitor productivity, troubleshoot equipment and processes, and train machine operators to ensure safe, efficient operation.

This on-site role runs 3:30pm–12:00am, Monday to Friday with some Saturdays, offering hourly full-time employment and a shift premium. Experience in plastic injection molding and ISO environments is valued.