Location
Round Rock, TX | United States
Job description
Our client in Round Rock is seeking a Production Supervisor. 1st shift- 6a-2:30p- M-F. Pay is $24-$30/hr.
JOB SUMMARY
As a Shift Supervisor, you are responsible for all aspects of production within your Cell including but not limited to: Injection Molding Machines, Dryers, Thermolators, Material loading, and ensuring Operators are operating efficiently and safely, to company standards. You are expected to train, supervise, and communicate with all Operators working in your cell. You are also expected to work with and help other employees across the Production Floor as needed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise all resources on your shift, including materials, quality, and production.
Communicate with HR and Management routinely on resource performance, identify gaps in training / skills and provide or schedule training.
Accountable for regular and consistent attendance of all subordinates; advises Human Resources daily if an employee is late or absent.
Make judgements on resource assignments to deliver on the stated Production Priority Plan and optimize output and yields.
Follow priority (run list) exactly and communicate accordingly.
Follow the process documents, work instructions, set up sheets and other relevant policies, and ensure no unapproved deviations. Ensure that any potential deviation is communicated through the established escalation policy and police such deviations with staff.
Perform Job Start up as per relevant SOP, considering all technical aspects from materials, mold set up, equipment conformance, process parameters and secondary operations.
Ensure machines are cycling on a nominal cycle and within specifications. Troubleshoot quality, productivity, safety, yield, or equipment issues.
Start/Shut down machines and auxiliary equipment as required.
Understand Injection molding process, process variables, material drying, fluid mechanics.
Sign-off on Production First Article (PFA) process, ensuring all process and product parameters are within specification.
Maintaining, monitoring, and enforcing quality control processes
throughout production run.
Ensures Production Article is available at the Workstation and Shift Personnel. Compare Parts with the Production Article so that they understand what needs to be done to produce Acceptable Parts.
Ensures that Molding Machines are started and continue to run as scheduled / directed by Production Manager/Scheduler and that Setup Worksheets are updated for each Machine on a regular basis.
Troubleshoot equipment, replace electrical components such as fuses, heaters, and thermocouples.
Troubleshoot mold components such as PLC, core sensors, pneumatic valves, ejector safety switches, hydraulic connections.
Perform daily preventative maintenance as per relevant SOP. Document all maintenance work performed including starting and finishing times, as well as inventory on parts and supplies involved in each repair, as per relevant SOP.
Apply/develop continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure all Operators have proper PPE, coach (verbal and written) and enforce all company and safety policies.
Ensure production lines are properly outfitted with tools and other materials according to the work instructions.
Ensure Team Leaders and all other resources are being relieved for lunches and breaks according to the stated policy, disciplining where appropriate.
Ensure that FG pallets are packed out as per relevant SOP and WI. Documentation should be completed as per relevant SOP and WI.
Blend, load, and document raw material (Resin/colors/additives/etc) to ensure resin levels are adequate for scheduled production for shift and if applicable has correct incoming moisture as per relevant SOP. Never allow Surge Bin to run low unless job is nearing completion.
Support all other aspects of the production line if necessary.
Trimming, Wrapping, Pallet Building and Strapping, Packaging as per relevant SOP and WI
Quality support and inspection of parts and stacks as per relevant SOP
Ensure proper Workstations (clean and organized)
Train new personnel and continue to develop skills and knowledge
Operate Production Lines
OTHER NOTES:
Punch in no more than 30 minutes before shift start and no more than 60 minutes after shift change. Be on the production floor 15 minutes prior to start of shift to meet with previous Supervisor.
Relieve Operators for Lunches and Break’s
Take breaks and lunches as see fit, with productivity and quality in mind.
Responsibility of referencing relevant Work Instructions regularly or on an as needed basis.
Manage scrap by periodic and frequent quality checks at each machine.
Perform other tasks as requested by relevant personnel, including maintenance and mold related functions.
Takes initiative to accomplish results, approved goals and/or expectations
Takes personal responsibility for improving Work Performance
Notifies Supervisor of Training Needs
Accountable for regular and consistent attendance
Performs additional duties / tasks as assigned by Supervisor
Report and communicate productivity or any issues on your shift to the incoming Supervisor as well as the entire team through email and reports, as per relevant SOP
TEAM / INTERPERSONAL SKILLS / VALUES:
Embraces and follows Medway Policies and Procedures and Work & Safety Rules
Creates an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding
Creates an energizing work environment that supports Medway’s High Performance Culture while ensuring an efficient and flexible organization
Takes initiative to accomplish results, approved goals and/or expectations
Serves as a role model for all Employees
Is a part of the Team and demonstrates enthusiasm and pride in Medway Plastics
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School diploma/GED is required
Experience: Previous manufacturing supervisor or related experience. Must have at least 5 years of proven injection molding technical experience.
Must possess excellent verbal, written communication skills and Microsoft Office as required to interface with other departments and company personnel
Pay Details: $24.00 to $30.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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$24 - $30 per hour
