Molding Supervisor
Interpower Corporation is currently seeking a team-oriented candidate for a full-time Molding Supervisor for its 1st shift in its Oskaloosa manufacturing facility.
First Shift Typically Works:
Monday – Friday, with hours from 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Overtime if required by department.
Candidates Should Possess:
Previous experience in a leadership role, outstanding communication skills, commitment to continuous improvement, successful work history, and a strong work ethic.
Educational requirements include a four year college degree in Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Production Management, or a related field; or equivalent manufacturing experience
Benefits Include
- Well lit and clean work environment
- Temperature regulated manufacturing facility
- Team orientated environment
- Competitive benefits package including 401(k) with company match and health insurance
Responsibilities Include, but are Not Limited to:
Prioritizes Scheduled Work Orders for the Molding Area and Maintains the Capacity to Meet Production Requirements so that Customers are Delighted with the Service they Receive
- Schedules hours weekly as needed giving notice for mandatory overtime by Wednesday of the previous week
- Actively participates and is aware of hiring needs
- Works with scheduler to complete all orders by due dates
- Has extra capacity to respond to rush orders
Leads, Coaches, and Develops Other Employees in a Manner that Upgrades Their Skills and Ability
- Finds opportunities for subordinates and rotates them through so everyone gets a chance, e.g. cycle count samples, new machines, ect.
- Performs performance evaluations on time and in a way that gives guidance to the person so they know what they have to do to get the next higher rating.
- Finds ways to develop employees if they are interested in other opportunities within the company.
- Works with the Employee Development Manager to monitor, maintain, and update the Skill and Knowledge Compensation Plan for the department
- Ensures all employees are thoroughly trained according to training guidelines prior to performing the tasks
- Proactively addresses personnel issues in an efforts to create a team environment and keeps VP Manufacturing & Logistics informed of such issues
Continuously Improve All Molding Operations.
- Improves appearance of Molding area, e.g. floor, tables, chairs, housekeeping
- Improves floor layout
- Researches raw materials and equipment for better options
- Researches operations for faster, safer ways of operations
- Looks for ways to increase capacity
- Takes preventative and corrective actions when customers are not delighted
Interpower is an Equal Opportunity Employer; Pre- Employment physical and drug screen required; Background Check is conducted prior to job offer.