Plastics Production Lead — 1st Shift

Plastic Executive Recruiters; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment firm is seeking a Production Supervisor for a plastics facility in Georgia. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of supervisory experience in plastics manufacturing and be comfortable leading teams in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement. This role involves leading shift operations and mentoring staff for optimal production output. This position promises a dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supervising production in plastics manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of production flow, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Comfortable leading teams in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shift operations, assign tasks, and monitor production performance.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and process techs to minimize downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, scrap reduction, and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of production, downtime, and personnel.
• Train and mentor operators and technicians to ensure consistent quality output.
• Support process changes, troubleshooting and start-ups as needed.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience in plastics manufacturing

Knowledge of production flow and troubleshooting

Strong communication skills

Organization skills

Job description

A manufacturing recruitment firm is seeking a Production Supervisor for a plastics facility in Georgia. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of supervisory experience in plastics manufacturing and be comfortable leading teams in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement. This role involves leading shift operations and mentoring staff for optimal production output. This position promises a dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork.