Molding Coordinator

Founded in 1946, HI-LEX is a leading supplier of window regulators, door modules, power lift gate systems, and mechanical control cables primarily serving the automotive industry, but also the power sports, marine, construction equipment, and medical device sectors. Headquartered in Takarazuka, Japan (near Osaka), and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), HI-LEX employs more than 12,000 associates across its global footprint. 

In the Americas region, HI-LEX has grown steadily in the region, and now has ten (10) manufacturing facilities across the the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. In the U.S., HI-LEX operates under three divisions: HI-LEX America in Battle Creek, Michigan; HI-LEX Controls in Hudson, Litchfield, and Hazel Park, Michigan; and Daedong HI-LEX of America in Cusseta, Alabama. The company’s automotive center is in Rochester Hills, Michigan which consists of Finance, Sales, Engineering, Testing, Program Management, Human Resources, Purchasing and IT.
Website:  HI-LEX.com

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assigns and monitors work of associates to ensure production requirements are met in all molding areas. Ensures safety, 4S, and quality standards are maintained. Performs adjustments to molding processes and performs changeovers and setups as needed. Completes all required documentation. Trains associates in machine processes and problem solving. 

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors work of associates to ensure production requirements are met.
• Ensures quality standards are met & approval of finished product.
• Monitors cleanliness and safety of the worksite.
• Performs product problem solving and corrective actions.
• Works to ensure company goals are attained.
• Trains assigned associates as needed to ensure they are capable of performing assigned tasks
• Performs process adjustments and changeovers as needed
• Holds daily shift meetings to communicate daily activities to associates
• Ensures that production schedules are followed.
• Completes required forms and paperwork.
• Verify quantities, lot numbers, labels, and correctness of parts
• Performs cycle counts using handheld scanner and ERP system
• Notifies materials department of any known component or manufactured part shortages
• Repairs minor machine problems.
• Fills in for absentees on work stations when needed
• Follows all safety rules and keeps the work area in a clean and orderly condition. 
• Performs other duties as necessary.
   

Education 

• Associates degree and/or 2-5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting (molding preferred)

Functional Experience

• Use hand tools, crane, grinders, calipers, and gages
• Use of a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) and a hand or powered pallet jack
• Use of a computer and typical office software
• Ability to use handheld scanner
• Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment in assigned area

Physical Requirements

• Works in a factory environment with noise from the manufacturing environment. 
• Exposure to moving equipment, parts and electrical shock.  
• Possible serious injury due to carelessness around equipment.
• Sometimes lifts, carries or moves objects – weighing up to 50 pounds.

Core Competencies 

• Leadership & Team Management
• Molding Problem-Solving/Root Cause Analysis
• Injection Molding Process Monitoring & Adjustment
• Team Training & Development
• Quality Assurance & Detail (4S, product quality)
• Time Management & Production Scheduling
• Safety & Compliance
• Effective Communication (verbal/written)