Production Team Lead (night shift)

IPL Schoeller; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IPL Schoeller is seeking an experienced Production Team Lead on night shift to oversee daily injection molding operations. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time production while developing the team.

The ideal candidate has a strong plastics manufacturing background, hands-on problem solving, and proven leadership to coach operators and drive continuous improvement.

Join a global manufacturer with cross‑regional operations and a focus on lean practices and high quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of experience in injection molding, including 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding machines, tooling, and materials.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and quality control systems.
• Experience with ERP or production tracking systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of mold changeovers, machine parameter optimization, and cycle time reduction.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong commitment to quality and safety.
• Experience with molding and auxiliary equipment (dryers, chillers, robots) preferred.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of production team members.
• Meet production schedules while maintaining quality and minimizing downtime.
• Monitor machine performance and coordinate with Maintenance to address issues.
• Train and mentor team members to support skill growth and productivity.
• Enforce safety protocols, standards, and company policies.
• Conduct routine inspections and audits for quality compliance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Logistics to optimize workflow.
• Maintain production records and prepare management reports.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focusing on efficiency and waste reduction.

Skills

Team leadership

Injection molding

Lean manufacturing

Quality control

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Staff training

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in manufacturing or engineering

Technical certification

Tools

ERP systems

Production tracking software

Job description

Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).

Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).
The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers and agricultural packaging. The company employs c.4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees.)

The role

We are seeking an experienced Production Team Lead on night shift to oversee daily operations within our injection molding production area. In this role, you will ensure that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and with exceptional quality. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in plastics manufacturing, proven leadership skills, and a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving, team development, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of production team members.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining product quality and minimizing downtime.
• Monitor machine performance and partner with Maintenance to address issues promptly.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate team members to support skill growth and productivity.
• Enforce safety protocols, workplace standards, and company policies.
• Conduct routine inspections and audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, and Logistics to optimize workflow and resolve production challenges.
• Maintain accurate production records and prepare reports for management.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and operational excellence.

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in manufacturing or engineering preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in injection molding, including 1–2 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity.
• Strong working knowledge of injection molding machines, tooling, and materials.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and quality control systems.
• Experience with ERP or production tracking systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of mold changeovers, machine parameter optimization, and cycle time reduction.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong commitment to quality and safety.
• Experience with molding and auxiliary equipment (dryers, chillers, robots) preferred.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations and best practices in manufacturing environments.