Molding Shift Supervisor

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with preceding and succeeding Shift Supervisors, Technicians, and Engineers on a daily basis.
• Maintain control and be in command of the molding floor at all times.
• Check and verify daily production counts on all machines to ensure the correct amount of product is manufactured.
• Work with the Molding Lead Operator to schedule personnel to machines to maximize production output
• Utilize CIM to monitor each machine for applicable process parameters and improve process as required.
• Ensure set-ups are completed in a safe, timely manner.
• Start molding machines when all elements of a set-up are complete, including all verification steps and submission of parts to the Quality Department for approval.
• Respond to Quality Department concerns on product being manufactured. Work with Technicians/Engineers to diagnose and correct issues.
• Communicate with Maintenance Technicians to determine timeline for machine repairs and dictate priority based on production schedule.
• Communicate with Toolroom staff with ongoing tool related concerns and to understand when tools will be available for release to the molding floor.
• Inspect every machine at least three (3) times per shift for issues and correct those found immediately. Do a 360⁰ review of each machine at least once per shift.
• Fill out all required paperwork neatly and accurately. Ensure all staff is aware of requirements and doing the same.
• Engage Engineers and Technicians to continuously learn best practices with injection molding processing and automation to continuously improve skills.
• Oversee and maintain overall cleanliness of manufacturing areas continuously, including the proper storage of all equipment.
• Understand, follow, and provide guidance on all ISO-9001, ISO-13485, Company Policy, and Safety Procedures. Maintain work habits and safety procedures to protect personnel, customer property, and Medbio property from damage or misuse.
• Support and adhere to corporate mission, values, and policies.
• Performance is reviewed both yearly and on a rolling basis by your ability to:
  1. Maintain harmonious relationships with other employees and departments
  2. Provide training and support, where applicable, to all staff
  3. Identify and follow through on opportunities for improvement in all production related processes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Organizational Relationships:

• The Molding Shift Leader reports to the Director of Operations. Process Technicians, Set-up Technicians, Material Handlers, and Operators are all direct reports to the Shift Leader. Other staff present during off shifts and weekend shifts also report to the Shift Leader. They will have direct communication with staff at all levels of all departments in an effort to maintain production progress.

Experience and/or Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required. Degree or trade school certification encouraged.
• 3+ years experience in injection mold set-up and processing preferred
• Previous experience as a Shift Leader or Manufacturing Supervisor preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution
• Basic ability to read part and tool drawings preferred
• Basic ability to use typical measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, etc.) preferred
• Experience with and understanding of the principles of SPC preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work a standard 40 hour work week with occasional overtime including weekends as a possibility.
• Sitting and/or standing for an extended period of time as well as some walking within the facility.
• Must be able to see with or without corrective lenses and distinguish color differences and depth perception for product and safety issues.
• Hearing ability should be sufficient to hear and react to audible alarms from distances up to 100 feet.
• The ability to lift and carry various items up to 60 pounds.