Molding Back up Shift Lead-3rd Shift

Employbridge; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Employbridge is seeking a Molding Backup Shift Lead to support injection molding operations on 2nd and/or 3rd shifts, ensuring safe, efficient production and high quality across the line. All candidates must be available to train on 1st shift during onboarding.

The role requires strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to assign tasks, monitor workflow, and coach molding operators on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Experience in injection molding operations.
• Understanding of production floor workflow and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Previous Lead/Supervisor experience.

Responsibilities

• Assign daily work assignments and ensure proper coverage across workstations.
• Provide support and leadership to molding operators throughout the shift.
• Perform quality checks to confirm products meet specifications; complete and maintain shift reports.
• Monitor workflow, identify issues, and elevate when necessary.
• Train and coach employees on molding processes, quality expectations, and safety practices.
• Serve as backup lead to support smooth shift operations when the primary lead is unavailable.

Skills

Injection molding

Production flow

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Job description

• Experience in injection molding operations

Molding Backup Shift Lead

Shifts Available: 3rd Shift

Sunday-Thursday 11pm-7am

Training Requirement: Must be able to train on 1st shift

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $19.50 – $25.00 per hour

We are looking for an experienced, reliable Molding Backup Shift Lead to support our molding operations on 2nd and/or 3rd shift. This position provides hands‑on support to production, ensures safe and efficient operations, and helps maintain high quality standards across the shift.

All candidates must be available to train on 1st shift during on‑boarding before transitioning to their assigned schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Assign daily work assignments and ensure proper coverage across workstations
• Provide support and leadership to molding operators throughout the shift
• Perform quality checks to confirm products meet specificationsComplete and maintain accurate shift reports and production documentation
• Monitor workflow, identify issues, and elevate when necessary
• Train and coach employees on molding processes, quality expectations, and safety practices
• Serve as backup lead to support smooth shift operations when the primary lead is unavailable

Required Qualifications

• Experience in injection molding operations
• Understanding of production floor workflow and manufacturing processes
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Previous Lead/Supervisor experience