What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager – Injection Molding position at UFP Industries?
Job Summary
Deckorators is seeking a highly motivated Injection Molding Manager to lead and optimize our injection molding operations. This role is responsible for overseeing production processes, driving efficiency, ensuring product quality, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in injection molding, strong leadership skills, and a passion for continuous improvement to support our company’s manufacturing goals.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Deckorators is seeking a highly motivated Injection Molding Manager to lead and optimize our injection molding operations. This role is responsible for overseeing production processes, driving efficiency, ensuring product quality, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in injection molding, strong leadership skills, and a passion for continuous improvement to support our company’s manufacturing goals.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Develop and execute production schedules for injection molding operations, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
- Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce scrap, and optimize cycle times.
- Oversee machine maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
- Lead and develop a team of supervisors, lead operators, and production staff, providing guidance, training, and mentorship.
- Monitor inventory levels, manage material flow, and coordinate with procurement to ensure uninterrupted production.
- Establish and maintain quality control standards, working closely with QA teams to ensure compliance with specifications and industry regulations.
- Analyze production data, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and implement corrective actions when needed.
- Ensure all operations comply with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and environmental standards.
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams to drive innovation and operational excellence.
- Prepare and present reports on production performance, cost management, and efficiency metrics to leadership.
Required:
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a production supervisor or equivalent role in injection molding.
- Strong working knowledge of injection molding processes, mold setup, troubleshooting, and materials.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with ERP systems.
- Ability to analyze and interpret manufacturing data to drive process improvements.
- Strong leadership, team-building, and communication skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field.
- Experience with Deckorators’ organization, culture, and product lines.
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet production deadlines.
- Hands-on experience with injection molding machines, tooling, and maintenance procedures.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and motivate teams.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
- Expected to maintain a professional demeanor and uphold company values.
- Must be physically mobile within the production environment and capable of working in a manufacturing setting.
- Ability to pass a drug test as part of company policy.
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.