Shift Lead

M & M Industries, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

M & M Industries, Inc. is a U.S.-based manufacturer of plastic pails and packaging solutions. The Shift Lead position focuses on leading a night shift to meet daily production objectives, uphold safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvements.

You will mentor team members, coordinate with the Shift Supervisor, and support machine operations in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include coaching on safety and quality, managing changeovers, monitoring molding processes, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience on molding machines such as Husky, BMB, Van Dorn, Engel, or Milacron preferred.
• Basic knowledge of auxiliary equipment such as Beck robotic automation, Martin Automation, and Kase Heat Transfer applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and Lockout/Tagout procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Coach, lead, and mentor team members to support goals in safety, quality, and productivity.
• Oversee schedule and material changes in accordance with the work order changeover process.
• Oversee and support injection molding processes.
• Monitor machine output for non-conformance and support defect resolution with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S methodology.
• Conduct pre-shift production meetings.
• Provide support to production team members, including floaters, operators, material handlers, and processors.
• Provide the Shift Supervisor with accurate information regarding safety issues, quality concerns, and production bottlenecks.
• Adhere to production standards and SOPs and escalation non-conformance issues to the Shift Supervisor.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Hand-eye coordination

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Mechanical knowledge

Production monitoring software

English and Spanish communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Husky

BMB

Van Dorn

Engel

Milacron

Job description

M&M Industries is a U.S.-based manufacturer of plastic pails and packaging solutions. We operate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety, teamwork, and consistent production performance are critical to meeting customer needs.

The Shift Lead is responsible for ensuring their team meets daily objectives by implementing and sustaining improvements, controlling inventory and material flow, and supporting safe, efficient production operations. This role provides hands-on leadership by communicating expectations, coaching and mentoring team members, teaching new processes, sharing best practices, and empowering team members to identify and drive improvements. The Shift Lead supports department initiatives and works closely with the Shift Supervisor to address safety, quality, and production needs.

Schedule: D shift, Nights

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to ensure a safe work environment
• Coach, lead, and mentor team members to support goals in safety, quality, and productivity
• Oversee schedule and material changes in accordance with the work order changeover process
• Oversee and support injection molding processes
• Monitor machine output for non-conformance and support defect resolution with cross-functional teams
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S methodology
• Conduct pre-shift production meetings
• Provide support to production team members, including floaters, operators, material handlers, and processors
• Provide the Shift Supervisor with accurate information regarding safety issues, quality concerns, and production bottlenecks
• Adhere to production standards and SOPs and escalation non-conformance issues to the Shift Supervisor

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional hand-eye coordination
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Basic computer skills
• Proficient mechanical knowledge
• Ability to utilize or learn production monitoring software
• Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• One (1) or more years of prior experience working on molding machines such as Husky, BMB, Van Dorn, Engel, and/or Milacron preferred
• Basic knowledge of auxiliary equipment such as Beck robotic automation, Martin Automation, and Kase Heat Transfer applications preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and handle 45-55 pounds occasionally
• Ability to work in an environment with moderate noise levels
• Ability to perform work from standing and/or sitting positions
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include hot or cold conditions
• Ability to wear required PPE at all times (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.)