Third Shift Production Supervisor

Job Title : Production Supervisor in a Plastic Injection Molding environment

Third shift, 85k, direct hire

Job Description

This position will be responsible for the management and oversight of an injection molding manufacturing operation. This includes supervising production leads and approximately 30-40 production operators. The role involves using production and operating reports to manage yield rates, equipment uptime, output, material usage, and overhead rates to meet performance and cost expectations. Additionally, the position requires resolving operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimal cost and prevent production delays, as well as planning direct labor staffing to meet production forecasts.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee injection molding manufacturing operations.

Supervise production leads and a team of 30-40 production operators.

Utilize production and operating reports to manage yield rates, equipment uptime, output, material usage, and overhead rates.

Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issues to prevent production delays.

Plan and direct labor staffing based on production forecasts.

Interview, hire, and train employees.

Plan and direct work activities.

Appraise employee performance and implement reward and discipline measures.

Address and resolve employee complaints and problems.

Essential Skills

5+ years of experience as a production manager, ideally in a contract manufacturing environment.

Proficiency in production management, metrics and analysis, and manufacturing operations.

Strong management and resource planning skills.

Excellent communication and people skills.

Experience in developing and maintaining production metrics.

Strong data analytics and problem-solving skills.

Familiarity with manufacturing software (Epicor).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in the plastics industry, particularly injection molding.

Experience in medical device manufacturing.

Experience working in a small to midsize company that has experienced significant growth.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.

Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Epicor Vantage ERP, and continuous improvement processes.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic company that is part of a private equity-backed group aiming for significant growth through organic and strategic acquisitions. Enjoy a supportive environment where capital is allocated to meet ambitious growth goals, and operations are managed with a hands-off approach.

Work Environment

Work within a plastic injection molding manufacturing environment that values growth and innovation. The company is part of a private equity group with plans to expand by 300% in the next 5-7 years. The environment fosters a hands-off operational approach and encourages strategic investments to achieve growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Vadnais Heights, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $85000.00 / yr.

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance : A competitive plan with coverage for employees and their families.

Health Savings Account (HSA) : Includes employer contributions to help with healthcare costs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) : Options for tax-advantaged savings.

Life Insurance : Company-paid life insurance coverage.

Disability Coverage : Both short-term and company-paid long-term disability coverage.

Parental Leave : Paid time off for new parents.

Specialized Coverage : Availability of accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Financial & Career

401(k) Plan : Includes an employer match to help employees save for their future.

Professional Development : Support for career growth through tuition reimbursement and other development opportunities.

Referral Program : Employees can earn bonuses for referring new hires.

Time Off & Flexibility

Paid Time Off : A generous vacation plan.

Holidays : Ten paid holidays annually.

Paid Volunteer Hours : Opportunities for paid time to volunteer.

Flexible Work Environment : A commitment to supporting employees' ability to manage work and personal schedules.

Other Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Support services are available.

Travel Assistance : Benefits to help with travel needs.

Community Involvement : Paid volunteer hours and other ways to give back.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vadnais Heights,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2025.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.