Production Lead
2nd Shift | 100% Employee-Owned Manufacturing Company
Are you an experienced injection molding professional who enjoys troubleshooting problems. supporting others, and taking the lead when things need to get done?
Put your experience to work as a Production Lead at Engineering Industries! In this hands-on role, you'll keep production running smoothly by supporting machine startups and shutdowns, troubleshooting process issues, and helping operators work through production challenges. We're looking for someone who takes initiative, leads by example, and takes pride in helping the entire team succeed.
What We Do
Engineering Industries has been manufacturing custom plastic injection molded components since 1963. We're a certified Great Place to Work and a 100% employee-owned company, meaning our employees have a direct stake in the success we build together.
What You'll Do
- Work alongside supervisors to coordinate production startups, shutdowns, and daily operations.
- Support press operators by troubleshooting production issues and helping resolve process challenges.
- Monitor and adjust injection molding machine settings to maintain established processing parameters and product quality.
- Interpret production specifications, work orders, and procedures to support efficient production operations.
- Identify and investigate process issues, material variances, bottlenecks, and equipment malfunctions.
- Use process data, machine readings, and cycle times to identify problems and recommend improvements.
- Help identify root causes of production issues and communicate recommended process changes to Supervisors and Engineering.
- Monitor machine performance and product quality, making adjustments as needed within established parameters.
- Assist with clearing jams, removing defective products, and resolving equipment issues.
- Demonstrate safe work practices and help maintain a safe, organized production environment.
- Take initiative, communicate effectively, and set a positive example for other team members.
What We're Looking For
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years of hands-on injection molding processing experience.
- Education or training in injection molding, with the ability to apply the principles of Scientific Molding principles.
- Strong understanding of injection molding processes, including machine set up, processing, troubleshooting and primary and secondary operations.
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and manufacturing best practices.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership mindset with the ability to take initiative, support coworkers, and lead by example.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with operators, supervisors, and other departments.
Why Join Us?
- Employee-Owned Company: Share in the success you create.
- Culture of Growth: We encourage employees to adapt, overcome, thrive, and own it.
- Career Development: Opportunity to expand your skills and grow your career.
At Engineering Industries, we believe in adapting, overcoming, thriving, and taking ownership of what we do. If you have the technical experience, enjoy helping others succeed, and are ready to take on a leadership role on the production floor, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and become an Employee Owner!
Direct Applicants Only: Engineering Industries is not seeking additional recruiting or staffing partnerships for this position.