Molding Operations Lead - Lean Manufacturing Safety

Vari-Form Manufacturing Inc.; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate LLC. seeks a Molding Supervisor to lead a team in molding operations, ensuring production schedules, quality and cost standards are met. You will organize work assignments, train staff, and drive Lean initiatives to improve productivity across the plant.

The role requires prior molding and supervisory experience in manufacturing, with strong leadership and communication skills to manage multiple priorities and maintain a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous molding experience.
• Minimum of 2 year’s previous supervisor experience in manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work well under deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledge of TS 16949 requirements.
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, motivation, and supervisory qualities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, plan and coordinate molding operations on assigned shift to maintain production schedules, quality and cost standards, and maximize efficiency.
• Ensure quality of work, efficient material and workflow, proper use and use of equipment and machines, and proper application of production methods.
• Organize and assign work to utilize employees’ knowledge, skills, and abilities to the best advantage to expedite work schedules and obtain efficient work performance.
• Improve productivity through employee training, lean manufacturing practices, and support of Business System goals.
• Lead employee training and meetings to keep lines of communication open.
• Evaluate performance and counsel and coach employees to maintain safe and efficient work performance.
• Maintain focus on reducing scrap to lower costs and avoid shipping sub-standard product.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment through 5S and discipline as needed.
• Maintain conformance with Company policies and rules by coaching employees or initiating disciplinary actions as required.

Skills

Leadership

Team Work

Planning & Organizing

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Analytical

Coaching & Mentoring

Accountability & Dependability

Enforcing Rules & Regulations

Safety Awareness

Decision Making & Judgement

Job description

Flex-N-Gate LLC. seeks a Molding Supervisor to lead a team in molding operations, ensuring production schedules, quality and cost standards are met. You will organize work assignments, train staff, and drive Lean initiatives to improve productivity across the plant.

The role requires prior molding and supervisory experience in manufacturing, with strong leadership and communication skills to manage multiple priorities and maintain a safe work environment.