Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plastic injection production operations and ensure smooth execution of manufacturing activities.
• Ensure production targets are met in line with production plans, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Drive productivity and efficiency improvement initiatives across production processes.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, cycle times, machine utilization, downtime, and scrap rates, taking corrective actions where necessary.
• Coordinate and optimize mold change operations and support continuous improvement projects.
• Lead, coach, and develop blue-collar teams while ensuring effective workforce management.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations and Quality Management System requirements.
• Actively contribute to Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and present daily, weekly, and monthly production performance reports to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in plastic injection manufacturing, preferably with team leadership responsibilities.
• Strong technical knowledge of injection molding processes, mold technologies, process optimization, and mass production operations.
• Proven experience in OEE management, cycle time optimization, scrap reduction, and production efficiency improvement.
• Familiarity with problem-solving methodologies such as 5 Why, 8D, and Ishikawa.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies including Kaizen, 5S, SMED, and TPM is preferred.
• Good command of English.
• Strong analytical and result-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Hands-on approach with a passion for shop floor management and operational excellence.

Who We Are Looking For

• Challenges existing processes and continuously seeks improvement opportunities.
• Makes data-driven decisions and takes ownership of results.
• Analyzes root causes of technical issues and develops sustainable solutions.
• Leads teams effectively and actively supports employee development.
• Embraces a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.