Lead (3rd Shift)
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Job Location:
Cleveland, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary
Take the next step in your manufacturing career as a Lead Injection Machine this hands-on leadership role youll not only produce high-quality ceramic cores using injection machines but also oversee all departments: Kiln Injection and Inspection. Youll guide daily production activities support team operations and ensure efficiency quality and safety standards are consistently met. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced team-driven environment.
Shift
3rd Shift: 9:00 PM - 5:00 AM (Sunday - Thursday)
What Youll Do
Lead and support daily operations for injection machine production
Set up and operate injection machines to manufacture ceramic cores to specification
Prepare dies and ensure materials are ready for production
Monitor team output to meet production goals and quality standards
Inspect parts identify defects and ensure accurate completion of production records (routers CQCs etc.)
Perform routine machine maintenance and assist with troubleshooting issues
Train and mentor team members on processes quality standards and safety procedures
Coordinate with Engineering Quality and Manufacturing teams to resolve issues and improve processes
Ensure proper material levels and workflow continuity
Promote and enforce safety standards and maintain 6S workplace organization
Support continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned
What Were Looking For
Proven leadership ability in a manufacturing or production environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to prioritize tasks meet deadlines and drive team performance
Effective communication and team collaboration skills
Self-motivated with the ability to lead by example
Qualifications
Basic math skills and ability to interpret work instructions
Experience with molds or plastic injection processes preferred
Prior experience in a lead or senior operator role is a plus
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
Comfortable working in a hands-on fast-paced production environment
Why Join Us
Step into a leadership role where your expertise and initiative will directly impact production success. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career while helping build a high-performing quality-driven team.
Keywords: Lead Injection Machine Operator Injection Molding Lead ceramic cores manufacturing production lead team lead machine operator injection machines mold setup die preparation process improvement quality control inspection defect identification production standards continuous improvement troubleshooting machine maintenance industrial manufacturing fabrication engineering support cross-functional collaboration training mentoring leadership team management safety compliance 6S lean manufacturing workflow optimization materials management fast-paced environment attention to detail communication skills basic math skills reading work instructions hands-on leadership
Physical Demands | Not at All | Infrequently | Occasionally | Frequently | Continually |
<1% | 1-33% | 34-66% | 67-100% | ||
1-2x hr. | 3-6x hr. | 7-30 hr. | >30x hr. | ||
Squatting | X | ||||
Bending | X | ||||
Reaching | X | ||||
Twisting | X | ||||
Sitting in a chair | |||||
Stair climbing | |||||
Walking of rough surfaces | X | ||||
Near moving machinery | X |
Key Skills
- Quality Analysis
- Facility
- ISO
- Inventory Levels
- Root cause Analysis
- Shift operations
- General Maintenance
- Daily Operations
- Supervision
- Analysis
- PLC
- Safety Standards
- Quality Standards
- Time management skills
- Troubleshooting
