Production Lead - 2nd Shift

MacLean-Fogg · Whitewater, WI · Yesterday

ManufacturingFull-time

Role Summary

Production Lead – Injection Molding (2nd Shift)

About the Role

Lead the Team. Solve the Problems. Keep Production Running.

We're looking for a hands-on Production Lead who enjoys leading people just as much as solving technical manufacturing challenges. In this role, you'll provide daily leadership to the production team while remaining actively involved on the floor. You'll respond to machine and process issues, support mold and equipment setups, troubleshoot production concerns, and help ensure safety, quality, and production goals are achieved.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, guidance, and support to production team members throughout the shift
Coordinate daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, and production goals
Perform equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting to resolve technical and quality issues
Maintain communication between shifts and with management to ensure continuity
Respond to machine alarms, production interruptions, and quality concerns
Ensure accurate and timely completion of production records and documentation
Train and mentor employees on processes, procedures, and best practices
Support performance management, attendance tracking, and employee relations activities
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of injection molding manufacturing experience
Previous leadership, lead, trainer, or supervisory experience
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Injection molding experience
Experience performing mold or equipment setups
Process troubleshooting experience
ERP system experience

Qualifications

Trade school or technical training

Skills

Leadership
Solving technical manufacturing challenges
Technical manufacturing expertise
Fast-paced manufacturing environment
Injection molding experience
Mold or equipment setups
Process troubleshooting
ERP system experience

Benefits

Competitive wages

Shift premium eligible

Bonus eligible based on company performance and profitability results

Development plans for skill-building and future role preparation

Opportunities to create and pursue individualized development plans aligned with career goals and business needs

Education reimbursement for role-related degrees

Pay