Foam Supervisor in Training (2nd Shift)

Core Responsibilities

• Advanced Technical Problem-Solving
• - Process Optimization: Troubleshoot complex foam molding equipment and processes to ensure optimal density and product quality.
• - Root Cause Analysis: Identify the "why" behind production failures or customer issues and implement permanent corrective actions.
• - Technical Execution: Perform precise mold changes and setups; maintain equipment and molds to ensure the team has the proper tools for success.
• - Safety Leadership: Act as the department authority on machine safety and strict Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) compliance.
• - Personnel Management: Schedule staff and create assignments to hit aggressive daily goals. Regularly write and conduct performance evaluations that drive employee growth.
• - Servant Leadership: Foster a high-morale environment through a positive attitude and a commitment to helping your team succeed.
• - Growth Mindset: Maintain a teachable spirit, remaining open to new methods, feedback, and evolving technologies.
• - Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify inefficiencies in the workflow and develop innovative ideas to reduce waste and increase efficiency.

Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

• Technical Aptitude & Experience
• - Foam Molding Mastery: Prior knowledge of—or a proven high-level ability to master—foam molding tool changes and machine parameters/adjustments.
• - Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to multi-task under pressure and solve mechanical or operational problems independently.
• - System Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Royal systems (Supervisor Dashboard, Syteline, etc.) and computer proficiency (Google Suite, Excel).
• - Experience: Past supervisory experience is highly preferred.
• - Communication: Excellent writing and verbal communication skills are required for documentation and team coaching.
• - Reliability: An excellent attendance record and the ability to provide frequent Saturday support are mandatory.
• - Tenure: Minimum of one year of consecutive service (unless business needs dictate otherwise) and at least six months in your current role.
• - Foam Experience: Current/previous experience working in foam is ideal
• - Performance: No written warnings within the last six months and no "unacceptable" scores on your most recent evaluation.
• - Endorsement: Must be recommended by your current Supervisor.