Plastic Blow Molding Supervisor

Position Summary

The Plastic Blow Molding Supervisor oversees daily production activities within the blow molding department to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing of plastic products. This role manages machine operators and technicians, coordinates production schedules, troubleshoots equipment issues, and maintains compliance with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

• Supervise daily blow molding operations to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Plan and adjust work schedules, staffing, and machine assignments to optimize productivity.
• Monitor machine performance and coordinate setups, startups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
• Ensure appropriate material handling, resin loading, and color/material transitions.

Quality Assurance

• Inspect product quality and verify compliance with specifications and customer requirements.
• Address non-conformances promptly and implement corrective actions.
• Work with Quality Control to maintain documentation, process parameters, and testing standards.

Equipment & Process Control

• Troubleshoot blow molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and mold issues.
• Assist with mold changes, tooling adjustments, and process optimization.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and report equipment performance concerns.

Team Leadership

• Train, coach, and evaluate machine operators, packers, and technicians.
• Promote a positive, safe, and productive work environment.
• Enforce company policies, work procedures, and safety guidelines.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to OSHA and company safety standards.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Maintain accurate production, downtime, scrap, and efficiency records.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 3–5 years of blow molding or plastics manufacturing experience.
• Supervisory or team-lead experience strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of blow molding processes (e.g., extrusion blow molding, injection stretch blow molding).
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in production reporting and basic computer applications (ERP, Excel, etc.).