Production Supervisor

Overview

Lead shift operations in injection/blow molding, ensuring safety, quality, cost and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• sop management
• performance metrics
• continuous improvement
• first‑piece inspection
• production scheduling
• daily management

Tasks

-Plan and adjust shift staffing to meet business priorities in safety, quality, cost, and customer service. -Investigate safety and quality incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions. -Support and maintain accurate work instructions and standard operating procedures for injection molding processes. -Monitor shift performance metrics and address any variances or production issues promptly. -Enforce adherence to all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards. -Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to ensure smooth production flow. -Direct day-to-day production activities, including material verification, scheduling, and crew assignments. -Develop and implement training programs to enhance operator skills and promote cross-training among team members. -Drive continuous improvement efforts, including 6S, standard work practices, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives. -Facilitate effective communication and shift handoffs with other supervisors to maintain operational continuity. -Conduct first-piece inspections and setup verifications to ensure compliance with specifications. -Lead and sustain the Daily Management System for assigned shift through hands-on coaching and mentoring of plant personnel.

Requirements

• leadership
• microsoft office
• bilingual
• lean manufacturing
• injection molding
• 5‑7 years

What You Bring

We are seeking a Production Supervisor who is Bilingual (English/Spanish) to oversee daily shift operations in an injection OR Blow molding manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for leading and developing production teams, ensuring performance in the areas of Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Morale, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the floor. -Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. -Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel). -Bilingual - fluent in English and Spanish (required). -Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma is a plus. -Ability to meet physical demands, including frequent standing, bending, and lifting. -Proven ability to identify and resolve production and process issues effectively. -Hands-on experience with injection molding equipment and processes (required). -Minimum of 5-7 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

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Benefits

Salary: $80k-$90k/yr. Benefits: Insurance ( Health, Medical, Dental), PTO, Paid Holidays, and more! Hire Type: Direct Hire

About Sterling Engineering

-Founded in 1969 in Westchester, Illinois, the firm has evolved from a local recruiter to a national engineering and IT staffing company. -They combine engineering consulting and project services with a strong technical recruitment arm. -They deliver managed engineering teams and custom IT solutions for IoT, security, QA automation, and more. -They specialize in serving verticals like energy, utilities, life sciences, food & beverage, and manufacturing.

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