Production Shift Leader – Injection Molding

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team in creating high-quality LEGO elements while driving innovation and excellence ina state-of-the-artmanufacturing environment

Lead the charge in transforming LEGOs injection molding operations driving safety quality and innovation while developing a high-performing team in acutting-edgemanufacturing environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead daily injection molding operationsto ensure safe stable and efficient production performance.

• Drive production performancethrough data-driven decision making and operational excellence.

• Coordinate activities across teamsincluding Production Maintenance Engineering Automation and Quality.

• Oversee moldsetupand changeoversto align with production schedules and capacity requirements.

• Promote a strong safety-first cultureby ensuring compliance with LEGO safety requirements and regulatory standards.

• Develop and lead a high-performing teamfosteringaccountability collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Identifyand implement continuous improvement opportunitiesto enhance production flow and manufacturing efficiency.
  

Play your part in our team succeeding

The Injection Molding Operations department at LEGO Manufacturing Virginia is a pivotal part of the production process responsible for crafting the iconic LEGO elements that inspire creativity worldwide. This department integratescutting-edgetechnology and innovative practices to ensure the highest standards of quality efficiency and safety. By fostering collaboration across various functions such as Engineering Automation and Quality the team drives operational excellence and continuous improvement.

As a Production Group Leader you play a crucial role in supporting the broader organization by leading this dynamic department. Your leadership ensures seamlessoperationsoptimalresourceutilization and the development of a skilled workforce. By aligning production goals with LEGOs strategicobjectives you contribute to the companys mission of delivering exceptional products that delight customers and uphold LEGOs reputation for excellence.

Do youhavewhat it takes

A degree or technical training in Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Plastics Engineering or Automationis desired.Experiencein manufacturing operations preferably within injection molding or highly automated environments.

Must have:

• Demonstrated leadership experiencemanaging production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

• Strong understanding of injection molding processes mold setup process validation and troubleshooting.

• Proven success in driving operational performanceand continuous improvement initiatives.

• Experience with highly automated manufacturing systems including robotics and digital platforms.

• Ability to lead and develop a high-performing teamfosteringcollaboration and accountability.

• Excellent problem-solving skillswith a focus on safety quality and compliance.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC)and quality management systems like ISO 9001.

• Familiarity with preventive maintenance coordinationand equipment reliability strategies.

• Background inplasticstechnologyor related fields.

• Strong analytical skillstoidentifyproduction trends and improvement opportunities.

• Experience in cross-functional collaborationwith engineering and automation teams.

• Ability to adapt to changing business demandsand operational conditions.

• Proficiencyin digital manufacturing systemsand data-driven decision-making.

• Innovative mindsetwith a focus on continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional

• International travel will be

• No relocation is available