Shift Manager

POLYCORP LTD; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Bonus eligible

Job summary

Polycorp U.S., LLC is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Shift Manager to oversee day-to-day rubber production operations, including planning, quality, safety, and team leadership in our California facility. You will drive production schedules, monitor KPIs, and champion continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in rubber manufacturing with a managerial role, with deep knowledge of compounding, molding, and curing, plus ISO/IATF quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5 years of rubber manufacturing experience with a managerial role.
• Knowledge of rubber compounding, molding, and curing processes.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100 or other quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all rubber manufacturing operations to ensure timely production and delivery.
• Manage the production cycle including mixing, extrusion, molding, curing, and finishing.
• Implement and maintain manufacturing best practices to ensure high-quality output and minimal waste.
• Monitor and optimize plant performance through KPIs (efficiency, yield, downtime, etc.).
• Develop and lead a team of production supervisors, technicians, and operators.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations (HSE).
• Work with Quality Assurance and R&D for process improvement and new product development.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets and cost-saving initiatives.
• Coordinate with maintenance on preventive maintenance and equipment upgrades.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve productivity.
• Coordinate with supply chain for raw material procurement and inventory control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SYSPRO ERP

Oracle ERP

MS Office

Job description

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Manufacturing Shift Manger 3 rd

Department: Operations

An experienced and results-driven Manufacturing Shift Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our rubber production facility. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of rubber processing techniques. In addition to production planning, quality control, safety compliance, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all rubber manufacturing operations to ensure timely production and delivery.
• Manage the entire production cycle including mixing, extrusion, molding, curing, and finishing.
• Implement and maintain manufacturing best practices to ensure high-quality output and minimal waste.
• Monitor and optimize plant performance through KPIs (efficiency, yield, downtime, etc.).
• Develop and lead a team of production supervisors, technicians, and operators.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations (HSE).
• Work closely with Quality Assurance and R&D for process improvement and new product development.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets and cost‑saving initiatives.
• Coordinate with maintenance department on maintaining machinery and equipment through regular preventive maintenance programs.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies or upgrades to improve productivity.
• Coordinate with supply chain for raw material procurement and inventory control.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Rubber Technology, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in rubber manufacturing, with a managerial/supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of rubber compounding, molding (compression, injection, transfer), and curing processes.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100 or other relevant quality management systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• Proficient in production planning software and MS Office tools.

Other relevant Qualifications that maybe included:

• Safety & Compliance: OSHA/HSE leadership, incident investigations, Lockout/Tagout, and safety program management.
• Supply Chain: Inventory control, supplier coordination, and material planning.
• Production Planning: Capacity planning, scheduling, labor planning, and on‑time delivery.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in automotive, aerospace, industrial, or specialty rubber product manufacturing.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SYSPRO and Oracle).
• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, heat, and noise.
• May require occasional extended hours or weekend work during production peaks.
• Competitive salary based on experience, $90k to $105k annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans.
• Paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• This position is bonus eligible.

EEO Statement:

Polycorp U.S., LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Polycorp makes employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Polycorp participates in E‑Verify and may provide SSA and DHS with information from Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.