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Injection Molding LeaderPremier Staffing Solution • Montpelier, Virginia, USA
Injection Molding Leader

Injection Molding Leader

Premier Staffing Solution • Montpelier, Virginia, USA
8 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Overview

The Injection Molding Leader is responsible for leading daily operations within the injection molding department to ensure safe efficient and high-quality production. This role provides hands-on leadership to molding technicians manages machine setups and changeovers troubleshoots equipment and tooling issues and collaborates with engineering maintenance and quality teams. The ideal candidate has strong injection molding expertise leadership skills and experience in a manufacturing environment.

  • Lead train and support injection molding technicians and operators on all shifts.
  • Oversee daily molding operations ensuring production schedules are met with a focus on safety quality and efficiency.
  • Perform and / or supervise mold setups changeovers start-ups and shutdowns.
  • Troubleshoot molding equipment tooling and process issues adjusting parameters as needed to maintain optimal performance.
  • Ensure proper use handling and storage of molds components and materials.
  • Work closely with maintenance teams to coordinate machine repairs and preventive maintenance.
  • Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to support new tooling trials sample runs and process improvements.
  • Maintain accurate production and downtime records reporting issues promptly.
  • Ensure adherence to company policies safety standards and quality requirements.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on cycle time reduction scrap reduction process stability and productivity gains.
  • Monitor inventory of molding materials supplies and equipment.
  • Support training and development of team members to improve skills and operational knowledge.

Qualifications

  • 3 years of experience in injection molding operations; leadership or lead technician experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of injection molding processes tooling materials and equipment.
  • Ability to troubleshoot machine tooling and process issues quickly and effectively.
  • Experience with mold setup changeovers and machine parameter adjustments.
  • Familiarity with safety protocols and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide team members.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing 5S or continuous improvement principles is a plus.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings process sheets and specifications.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced industrial environment.
  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in injection molding preferred.
  • Key Skills

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    Employment Type : Contract

    Department / Functional Area : Manufacturing

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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