Shift Supervisor
$83,200–$93,600 year
On-site · Warren, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
The Shift Supervisor will oversee daily manufacturing operations on the Afternoon shift (3:00 PM – 12:00 AM) at a family-owned plastic injection molding facility in Lordstown, OH. Responsibilities include supervising production operators, die setters, and process technicians; conducting plant walkthroughs and shift-change meetings; monitoring key performance indicators such as scrap rates, downtime, and efficiency; troubleshooting complex injection molding processing issues and implementing corrective actions; supporting machine setups, startups, tool changeovers, and automation adjustments; coordinating with maintenance for repairs and preventive maintenance; ensuring compliance with safety policies and regulatory requirements; coaching and evaluating employee performance to support technical and skill development; managing staffing levels and dynamically assigning duties; and communicating shift performance and production status to management and incoming teams. The role requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving, knowledge of thermoplastic materials and robotic systems, familiarity with quality standards (ISO 9001/IATF-16949), and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of technical experience in plastic injection molding manufacturing
- 1-3 years of supervisory or lead leadership experience
- strong familiarity with troubleshooting injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment
- knowledge of ISO 9001 or IATF-16949
- ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk/bend/twist for extended periods
- team coaching and performance evaluation capabilities
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