Injection Molding Supervisor

About the role

The Injection Molding Supervisor leads the daily operations of the injection molding department, ensuring efficient production, high product quality, and strict safety compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage all injection molding production activities to meet quality, cost and delivery targets.
• Lead, train and mentor process engineers, technicians and machine operators, conducting performance evaluations.
• Review and approve process setups, parameter changes and production runs while driving root‑cause analysis for quality issues.
• Coordinate mold setup, preventive maintenance and equipment upgrades with the tooling department.
• Oversee material handling, inventory control and documentation for traceability.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments and promote a safety‑first culture.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Plastics or Manufacturing Engineering (or technical diploma with extensive experience).
• 5‑8 years of injection molding experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong leadership, decision‑making and analytical abilities.

Required skills

• Operation of injection molding machines (e.g., Haitian, Husky) and automation systems.
• Knowledge of thermoplastic materials, mold design and auxiliary equipment.
• Experience with scientific molding, DOE, Lean, Six Sigma and 5S methodologies.
• Proficiency in ERP/SAP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.