Manufacturing Supervisor (Night Shift)

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Brownsville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the manufacturing sector is seeking an Injection Molding Supervisor to lead a dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily operations, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment while driving production excellence. Your leadership will foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability, empowering your team to meet and exceed performance targets. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive workplace culture that values professional growth and teamwork. If you are results-driven and ready to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with 4% match

Annual Retirement Contribution

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance Program

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Knowledge of industry-specific equipment used in injection molding is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage production staff and implement a culture of excellence.
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines and maintain quality standards.
• Drive process improvements and support training initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Injection Molding Processing

Communication Skills

Time Management

Continuous Improvement Methodologies

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Technical Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP Systems (Microsoft AX Preferred)

Job description

About Westlake Pipe and Fittings

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturers in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

SO WHY WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS?

We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement.

COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS

• Benefits Effective Day 1
• Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (2%), Life & AD&D
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Opportunity for Advancement

Summary: The Injection Molding Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management, counseling, disciplining, and coaching of personnel within the assigned area. This includes driving the output and activities of the assigned cells and work areas as well as other priorities set forth by the Injection Molding Superintendent and/or Operations Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This position reports directly to and will receive direction from the Injection Molding Superintendent.

The primary responsibility of the Injection Molding Supervisor is to safely and efficiently perform top-quality operational duties on a daily basis, which include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Assume organizational responsibility for production staff and implement a culture of excellence (visible leadership).
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and follow all established safety guidelines and 5S, ensuring conformance with OSHA.
• Complete production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel.
• Balance labor according to workload.
• Maintain quality by establishing and enforcing organizational standards.
• Maintain compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Oversee group leaders and Assistant Supervisor in their delegation of personnel.
• Ensure on-time and accurate fulfillment of job orders.
• Set expectations and hold employees accountable to those expectations.
• Responsible for conflict resolution on shift.
• Responsible for root cause analysis of safety incidents, quality incidents, and production inefficiencies.
• Support and implement continuous improvement projects.
• Responsible for accurate attendance time recordings and disciplinary actions.
• Responsible for correctly receiving raw materials as needed.
• Timely completion of shift-end reports and other documentation as required.
• Drive process improvements, i.e., set-up time reduction, scrap reduction, and increased throughputs.
• Ensure all set-ups and changeovers are performed efficiently and effectively.
• Support training initiatives.
• Manage each employee's wage classification progression ensuring that each requirement is met.
• Ensure inventory accuracy.
• Complete performance reviews for each employee annually.
• Manage In-Touch accuracy and attain OEE targets.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's, Associate's, or Technical Degree Preferred).
• 3+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience in injection molding processing.
• Knowledge of industry-specific equipment used in injection molding.
• Must possess effective communication skills with the ability to remain calm and focused under stressful situations.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Results-driven with the ability to manage change while creating a positive environment.
• Bias for action.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (TPM, WCM, LEAN).
• Strong computing skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, and ERP systems (Microsoft AX Preferred)).

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend English to follow work instructions.

Mathematical Skills: Intermediate mathematical skills and counting ability required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment: This position has a transitioning work environment. Office/computer, manufacturing plant, and outdoor environments are normal and equally essential for this position. The noise level in the plant environment is usually moderate. Some of the work may require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe shoes, fall protection, hard hats, etc.