Production Manager

Sterling Engineering; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee benefits

Job summary

Sterling Engineering in Des Plaines, IL, is seeking an experienced production supervisor to lead and stabilize operations on the assigned shift. You will work with Quality Assurance to ensure product quality and drive efficiency across the line.

The role requires 10+ years in injection molding with prior leadership experience. You will coach a team, manage staffing, enforce safety policies, and contribute to Lean initiatives to improve process performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years of experience in the injection molding industry.
• Previous manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of injection molding processes and troubleshooting.
• Experience with ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Familiarity with MRP systems and production scheduling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Lead and stabilize production operations on the assigned shift.
• Ensure products meet quality standards by performing production inspections and partnering with Quality Assurance.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and processing issues to improve efficiency, quality, and profitability.
• Develop and implement corrective actions to address quality concerns.
• Evaluate team performance and complete employee performance reviews and corrective actions as needed.
• Manage daily staffing, including call-ins, vacation coverage, and overtime requirements.
• Enforce company safety policies, procedures, and manufacturing standards.
• Utilize MRP systems to support production scheduling and workflow.
• Participate in Layered Process Audits (LPA) and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coach, mentor, and develop production employees while fostering a positive team environment.
• Collaborate with management to achieve production, quality, and operational goals.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, 80/20, and continuous improvement programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Problem-solving

Team performance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and comprehensive employee benefits.

Job Duties:

• Lead and stabilize production operations on the assigned shift.


• Ensure products meet quality standards by performing production inspections and partnering with Quality Assurance.


• Troubleshoot manufacturing and processing issues to improve efficiency, quality, and profitability.


• Develop and implement corrective actions to address quality concerns.


• Evaluate team performance and complete employee performance reviews and corrective actions as needed.


• Manage daily staffing, including call-ins, vacation coverage, and overtime requirements.


• Enforce company safety policies, procedures, and manufacturing standards.


• Utilize MRP systems to support production scheduling and workflow.


• Participate in Layered Process Audits (LPA) and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Coach, mentor, and develop production employees while fostering a positive team environment.


• Collaborate with management to achieve production, quality, and operational goals.


• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, 80/20, and continuous improvement programs.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.


• 10+ years of experience in the injection molding industry.


• Previous manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience.


• Strong understanding of injection molding processes and troubleshooting.


• Experience with ISO 9001 quality standards.


• Familiarity with MRP systems and production scheduling.


• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.


• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a manufacturing environment.


• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.