Shift Manager

Polycorp; 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 plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Bonus eligible

Job summary

Polycorp is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Shift Manager to oversee our rubber production facility in San Jose. You will manage day-to-day operations, plan production cycles, and drive quality, safety, and efficiency across the shift.

You will lead supervisors, coordinate with maintenance and QA, manage budgets, and explore process improvements and new technologies to boost productivity.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Production planning

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Rubber Technology, or related field

Tools

SYSPRO

Oracle

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Shift Manger 3rd Shift

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.