Lead Operator – Injection Molding Team Leader

plastechcareersite; Rush City (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off/Employee Sick and Safe

401(k)

401(k) Discretionary Profit Sharing

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Short-term Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Auxiliary Benefits

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Plastech Corporation seeks a Lead Operator to oversee machine operators, ensure safe operation of injection-molding presses, and verify conformance to the Quality Inspection Plan. You will direct breaks, monitor policies, and coordinate with QA for defect checks.

The role involves maintaining supply of materials, keeping a clean and safe workplace, and assisting training for new employees. External candidates are eligible for a $500 bonus after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Preferred one year experience in manufacturing and/or assembly line or related production.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedures, and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and assist operators; relieve press operators for scheduled breaks.
• Monitor compliance with work policies at each press in the section.
• Inspect parts for defects in cooperation with QA Technicians ensuring conformance to specs.
• Supplies presses with materials needed for upcoming jobs and maintains flow.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and identify safety hazards.
• Record production data and ensure scrap is entered into the system.
• Coordinate with other Lead Operators and Supervisor on production and personnel matters.
• Assist in training new employees and coordinating daily press operator work.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Instruction reading

Written communication

Shift handover

Safety awareness

Job description

Plastech Corporation seeks a Lead Operator to oversee machine operators, ensure safe operation of injection-molding presses, and verify conformance to the Quality Inspection Plan. You will direct breaks, monitor policies, and coordinate with QA for defect checks.

The role involves maintaining supply of materials, keeping a clean and safe workplace, and assisting training for new employees. External candidates are eligible for a $500 bonus after 90 days.