Senior Production Supervisor

Job Purpose:

To oversee and manage daily operations of the plastic injection moulding department, ensuring efficient production, quality standards, machine performance, and team management in line with company goals.

Key Responsibilities:✅ Production Supervision

• Supervise all injection moulding machine operations to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Allocate jobs and assign operators to machines based on the production plan.
• Monitor production schedules, part quality, and machine cycle times.

Process Optimization

• Ensure correct setup and operation of moulding machines, molds, robots, and auxiliary equipment.
• Optimize processing parameters (temperature, pressure, speed, etc.) for efficiency and quality.
• Reduce cycle time and scrap rate through continuous process improvement.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure manufactured parts meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Collaborate with the Quality Control (QC) team to resolve defects or non-conformities.
• Conduct in-process inspections and ensure proper documentation.

Team Management

• Lead, train, and supervise machine operators, setters, and helpers.
• Monitor staff performance, attendance, and discipline.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Machine & Tool Maintenance

• Coordinate with maintenance for routine and breakdown maintenance of machines and molds.
• Ensure mold changes are done safely and efficiently.
• Maintain moulding logbooks and shift reports.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain daily production reports, shift handovers, and downtime logs.
• Monitor raw material usage and report shortages or issues.
• Implement 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles in the shopfloor.

Qualifications:

• Diploma / ITI / Degree in Mechanical, Plastics, or Industrial Engineering (preferred).
• Training in injection moulding processing (e.g., RJG, Scientific Molding, etc.) is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:Technical:Deep knowledge of plastic injection moulding processes and troubleshooting.

• Familiarity with moulding machines (e.g., Haitian, Engel, Nissei, Arburg), robots, dryers, chillers, and auxiliary equipment.
• Understanding of mould setup, mold maintenance, and process parameter settings.

Managerial:

• Leadership and team management.
• Production planning and time management.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in plastic injection moulding operations.
• At least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role.

Working Conditions:

• Factory/shop floor environment.
• Shift-based work (may include nights, weekends, holidays).
• Physically active role – may require standing for long periods, lifting, and working in high-temperature areas.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person