Injection Molding Manager - (1st Shift) at Heartland Automotive, LLC.

Lafayette, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Problem Solving, Delegation, Managing People, Communication, Production Scheduling, Quality Control, EHS Compliance, Machine Operation, Team Leadership, Work Instructions, Performance Feedback, Continuous Improvement, Mathematical Skills, Technical Interpretation, Safety Audits, Inventory Management

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Description SUMMARY: Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in maintaining and operating all equipment by performing the following duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following, other duties assigned. 1. Analyzes work orders to estimate worker hours and create machining schedules that meet both internal and external needs. 2. Computes amounts of in-process stock and line supplies required for operations, based on production schedule, and requisitions material from storage area. 3. Interprets specifications and job orders to worker and assigns duties. 4. Interfaces with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met. 5. Inspects parts and products to verify conformance to specifications. 6. Directs workers in adjusting machines and equipment to ensure products meet standards. 7. Establishes or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules. 8. Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product. 9. Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems. 10. Create work instructions and carryout instructions ensuring that quality, safety, and environmental requirements are met. 11. Supports and participates in continual improvement projects for Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS). 12. Implement and enforce EHS programs and policies. 13. Implement corrective actions to address non-conformities identified in safety audits. Monitor and report corrective action progress to EHS. 14. Associates as part of their accountability to monitor controls effectively to meet requirements, and to report to department management as to compliance with these requirements. 15. Report all major issues that affect other departments to the Plant Manager. 16. Communicate well both written and verbal. 17. Supervise maintaining 5S in the department and assist throughout the entire plant. Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises employees in the Molding Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigned, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Delegation- Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Give authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities. Managing People – Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement. Takes responsibility for subordinates’ activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback. Communication- Must be able to report any and all issues concerning lines or product with members of upper management. Must take an active role and participate in meetings as required. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: The preferred background would include a bachelor’s degree in business or technology related field with 3-5 years of manufacturing supervisory experience. Computer and Technology Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, business journals or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as: probability and statistical inference, and ability to apply concepts such as: fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Health and Safety Conditions: Know all potential work and environmental hazards. PPE Requirements: Safety glasses and any other required PPE in accordance with the SWI for the jobs you may be doing. Must be willing to attend training course to obtain OSHA 10-Hour General Industry safety certification. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit and talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to create a contract, nor are they to be construed to constitute contractual obligations of any kind or a contract of employment between Heartland Automotive LLC and any of its employees. The provisions of job descriptions have been developed at the discretion of management and may be amended or cancelled at any time by Heartland Automotive LLC with or without notice. Employment with Heartland Automotive LLC is voluntarily entered into, and the employee is free to resign at will at any time, with or without cause. Similarly, Heartland Automotive LLC may terminate the employment relationship at will at any time, with or without notice or cause, so long as there is not violation of applicable federal or state law.

Responsibilities

The Injection Molding Manager supervises and coordinates activities of workers in the Molding Department, ensuring that production schedules are met and quality standards are maintained. This includes analyzing work orders, directing machine adjustments, and implementing measures for continuous improvement.