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Molding Supervisor- 3rd Shift
Lasko Products, an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of portable fans and heaters for over 100 years, is looking to add a 3rd shift Molding Supervisor to our light manufacturing facility in Franklin, TN.
The Plastic Injection Molding Supervisor is responsible for front-line leadership in day-to-day operations of a designated production team to include safety, quality, efficiencies and meeting customer expectations. Provides overall direction to production floor employees in the areas of production, scheduling, performance management, training and other related areas striving to improve overall operational efficiencies.
Hours of this role will be Sunday through Friday 11pm- 7:30am.
Essential Functions:
- Provides leadership and training to accomplish production objectives to all employees for Safety, Quality, Production, Packaging, and Maintenance.
- Coordinates production activities with other departments to ensure production goals/objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Works with operations team to ensure vacancies are covered for any planned/unplanned.
- Establishes and monitors shift performance for safety, quality, and production standards.
- Enters production data accurately into system in order to measure and monitor KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) around efficiencies, downtime, inventory and overall production.
- Updates communication boards to keep production floor team members informed about safety, quality and efficiency metrics. Leads employee start-up meetings
- Works with other team members to control and improve efficiencies, minimize labor overtime, downtime and repair expenses. Implements cost effective systems around this as necessary.
- Promotes shop floor organization, plant house-keeping with employees lean utilizing techniques such as 5S with shift personnel.
- Acts as first point of contact for operators regarding mechanical failure or production issues; Directs maintenance employees to troubleshoot mechanical problems and perform preventative maintenance.
- May conduct tool store inventory reviews to ensure proper tools and/or parts are available for use in the event they are needed.
- Prepares and reviews employees worked hours for submission to payroll.
Competencies & Abilities
- Injection Molding experience is a MUST
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or operations management preferred
- 3 years supervisory experience in manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification a plus
- Previous experience working in a Lean environment; Embraces continuous improvement
- Self-directed team player
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Flexibility to work multiple shifts
- Excellent Communication
- Strong Business Acumen
- Results Orientation
- Building Collaborative Relationships
- Influencing Others
- Strategic Thinking
- Customer Orientation
Certifications and Special Requirements
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office
Required Education and Experience
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience
- 1+ years relevant experience
About Lasko Products
Better Air Starts Here.
Lasko Products is the leading air solutions brand with a reputation for reliable products, peak performance, and perpetual innovation – our commitment to our customers for over a century. Founded in 1906 by Henry Lasko in Philadelphia, Lasko has evolved for over a century to become the global leader in air solution products. From our roots in small appliances, fans, and portable heaters, we’ve grown to become the leading home comfort company while maintaining our unwavering commitment to quality and value. Today, Lasko stands as a symbol of innovation, offering consumers around the world high-performance products; portable fans, heaters, air purifiers, humidifiers, and home ventilation solutions. Our well-known brands, such as B-Air, Air King, and Guardian Technologies, serve both consumer and commercial markets across North America and internationally. As an American company, we take pride in upholding the spirit of hard work, trust and accessibility, ensuring that Lasko remains available to all, for generations to come. Headquartered in West Chester, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing and distribution facilities nationwide, Lasko continues to set the standard in the air solutions category for another 100 years.
Lasko’s mission is to enhance lives by creating comfortable environments with innovative products you can trust.
The company’s success is based on Five Core Values:
Be Bold
- Challenge the status quo
- Courageously pursue the impossible
- Reject mediocrity
Be Together
- Work together for success
- Drive trust and candor with each other
- Prioritize "We" before "I"
Be A Leader
- Lead with personal conviction
- Inspire each other to deliver high- quality results
- Leverage resilience and agility to drive excellence
Be Accountable
- Consistently deliver to our customers
- Embrace commitments as a contract
- Take pride in our actions
Be The Change
- Demonstrate a passion to win
- Make a difference at work in our communities
- Step forward and take initiative
Why Join Lasko?
At Lasko, we believe people do their best work when they’re supported ---- personally and professionally. That’s why we offer flexible hours and a hybrid work schedule for our corporate team, promoting employees to balance life and work in a way that fits their lifestyle. Our dog-friendly corporate headquarters adds a fun, welcoming atmosphere, while our competitive salaries with bonus potential recognize and reward your contributions. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a strong 401(k) match, wellness incentives, and robust health coverage. Join Lasko and be part of a legacy of innovation – at a company that values flexibility, growth, and a culture where you can thrive.
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