Supervisor - 3rd Shift

The DeKALB Why “Improving the organization and our community through growth and empowerment of one person at a time!” We offer a wide range of employee benefits and competitive salaries. We don’t just say work life balance. We LIVE IT! Why work at DeKALB Molded Plastics? The DeKALB Why says it all! About DeKALB Molded Plastics: DeKALB is a custom structural foam molder with over 30 years of specializing in large, multi-nozzle plastic products. As one of the first ISO 9001:2008 certified structural plastics molder in the US, we offer in-house post mold painting, plastic decorating capabilities, kitting, and assembly requirements for programs ranging from single standalone products to complex, multi-component, multi-operation programs. With presses ranging in tonnage from 300 tons to 750 tons. Job Summary: Responsible for maintaining the company's business plan, overseeing and coordinating activities to achieve profitability. Implements and monitors management strategies to ensure the company effectively meets the needs of all key stakeholders, including customers and employees, while adhering to company policies. Key Responsibilities: Live the DeKALB Core Values Required to be an action driven leader Follow all safety policies and procedures Perform the essential functions of the job within acceptable OSHA and safety/ environmental regulations, quality, productivity and performance standards as outlined in plant policies, procedures and applicable work instructions Become knowledgeable of the Structural Plastics processes. Primary Focus: Plan, organize, and direct manufacturing operations, materials, and maintenance to maximize asset return. Leading, managing and training a team of approximately 15-20 production workers on 3rd shift. Continuous Improvement: Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. 5S Leadership: Champion 5S principles and ensure full participation. Cost Optimization: Develop and implement plans that minimize manufacturing costs by effectively utilizing manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital. Production & Quality Standards: Ensure the attainment of production schedules while upholding high-quality standards. Coordination & Leadership: Review, analyze, plan, and lead all activities within manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with company goals. Scheduling & Planning: Work closely with the Materials Manager to develop and execute manufacturing schedules. Strategic Support: Implement strategies and action plans that align manufacturing operations with the company’s broader strategic goals. Operational Improvements: Drive improvements in safety, people, quality, customer service, cost savings, housekeeping, and leadership. Product-Manufacturing Support: Address product-manufacturing issues impacting environmental, safety, quality, and productivity. Cost-Effective Operations: Develop and execute systems and programs that promote cost-effective manufacturing aligned with company objectives, ensuring reliable products with minimal quality control issues, repair and scrap. Collaboration: Work closely with the General Manager and other management personnel to establish production and quality standards, set budgets, control costs, and ensure product delivery dates and specifications are met. Production Planning & Priorities: Direct production activities, prioritize product manufacturing in accordance with operational and cost efficiency. Planning, organizing and delegating work assignments to ensure schedule adherence Cross-Functional Coordination: Coordinate production with procurement, maintenance, and quality control teams to optimize human resources, machines, and equipment. Troubleshooting & Analysis: Analyze production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to identify and resolve nonconformities and operational issues. Will be required to start presses to support production as needed or in continuous improvement efforts. Pro…

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