Injection molding supervisor - 3rd shift

Job Title:

3rd Shift Injection Molding Production Supervisor

Department:

Injection Molding / Plastics Production

Location:

Garden Grove, CA

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 10:30 PM – 6:00 AM (3rd Shift), plus weekends as needed to support production demands

Reports To:

Production Manager

FLSA Status:

Exempt (Salaried)

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Starting Salary:

Review Process:

Employees are entitled to 2 reviews in the first year which may include pay increase

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced 3rd Shift Production Supervisor with a strong background in injection molding to oversee nightly manufacturing operations at our Garden Grove facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality production while leading and supporting a team throughout the night shift. The ideal candidate brings hands-on molding experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a solid understanding of processing, troubleshooting, and quality expectations in a plastics manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead all production team members on the 3rd shift, fostering a safe and productive work environment.
• Oversee injection molding operations, ensuring machines run efficiently, safely, and in accordance with established parameters.
• Monitor part quality and enforce adherence to molding parameters, setup standards, and quality specifications.
• Assign work, manage labor allocation, and ensure appropriate staffing coverage across the shift.
• Conduct shift meetings, document production activity, and deliver comprehensive handoff reports to incoming supervisors.
• Troubleshoot injection molding machines, robotics, material flow issues, and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with Quality and Maintenance teams to identify and resolve defects or equipment-related issues in a timely manner.
• Enforce all safety standards and actively drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the shift.
• Train and develop operators and technicians in molding best practices, safety protocols, and production procedures.
• Ensure accurate and timely recordkeeping, including production logs, downtime tracking, and scrap reporting.
• FOOD SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY - Promote, maintain and support the food Safety culture to include but not limited to: SQF System, Regulatory Requirements, Customer Specifications, Safe Food Handling Practices

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in injection molding; supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of injection molding processes, basic troubleshooting techniques, and machine operation.
• Demonstrated experience with production equipment, auxiliary support systems, and quality requirements.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop team members.
• Proven ability to analyze issues, make sound decisions, and sustain productivity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office and production tracking systems.
• Availability to work weekends as needed to support production schedules and staffing demands.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift as required throughout the duration of the shift.
• Work is performed in a plastics manufacturing environment with exposure to injection molding machinery, moderate noise levels, and varying temperatures.

Pay: $62,000.00 - $77,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) 6% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person