Production Manager -injection Molding

Job Responsibilities: Leadership & Workforce Development Lead, motivate, and support a large production workforce across multiple shifts. Develop supervisors and frontline personnel through training, coaching, and performance management. Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Operational Excellence Direct daily operations of the injection molding department to achieve safety, quality, and productivity KPIs. Optimize labor, material flow, and equipment utilization to ensure efficient production. Ensure consistent operational standards, policies, and procedures across all shifts. Safety & Compliance Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with all site and corporate requirements. Lead investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for safety incidents. Proactively identify and mitigate potential hazards. Continuous Improvement Implement Lean, TPM, WCM, and other CI methodologies to improve throughput and reduce scrap. Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality groups to solve operational issues and improve processes. Lead improvement projects that support long-term business objectives. Work closely with HR, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to support workforce planning, problem solving, and process optimization. Provide clear communication and alignment across teams and leadership. Provide 24/7 support as needed, including during critical production or emergency situations.

Job Qualifications: RequiredBS degree in Engineering or related field and 5 years management preferred OR 15+ years of progressive management experience within manufacturing environments.5 years of manufacturing leadership experience (plastics or injection molding preferred).Demonstrated ability to lead large teams (150+ employees in high-volume manufacturing. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, quality systems, and maintenance coordination. ERP/MRP system experience. Proven ability to drive KPIs related to safety, labor efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement. Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills. Preferred Experience in plastics, injection molding, extrusion, or similar industries. CI certifications or training (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma).