Technical Supervisor (Molding) 2nd Shift M-F 2PM-11PM

Job Description

Job Description

Petmate is a global leader in pet supply products. Some of our most beloved brands include Petmate®, Chuckit!®, Quirky Kitty®, Vittles Vault®, Wild Eats® and Arm & Hammer®.

Over 60 years ago, Petmate began with a single focus on providing safe pet transportation, which resulted in the creation of the first dog kennel. Flash forward to today, and the same love and bond that existed to provide safe travels for our pets now permeates through every step of pet and pet owners’ shared adventure.

Knowing that pets are every bit as much a part of the family, Petmate takes pride in developing new, superior products that improve the quality of life and enrich the bond created between people & their pets. From environmentally responsible manufacturing to rigorous product testing, we place safety at the core of what we make and how we make it.

Our trusted brands continually drive innovation across pet categories, spanning dog and cat toys, feeding and watering, food storage, carriers, shelters, treats & chews, bedding and more.

OUR WHY: To enrich the lives of families by cultivating the bond between people & their pets

OUR VISION: Families everywhere trust us more than any other company to enhance the well-being of their pets at every step of their adventure

Petmate Core Values

OWN IT! We take full responsibility for our actions, decisions, and their outcomes

STEADFAST DETERMINATION: Steady pursuit of what's next with unwavering commitment and enthusiasm

DO THE RIGHT THING: Consistent alignment of actions and values in every situation, ensuring you're always true to what's right

SAFETY WITHOUT COMPROMISE: We prioritize the safety of employees, consumers, and pets without compromise

THIS IS A 2ND SHIFT POSITION (MONDAY - FRIDAY 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM) - Training will occur on Day Shift for first 60-days

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a Technical Supervisor to join our dynamic team at Petmate. As a Technical Supervisor, you will lead and manage all technical operations within the Blow Molding and Stretch Molding areas. Your primary responsibilities will include minimizing unscheduled downtime, reducing scrap, overseeing mold and color changes, and optimizing resin and color usage. You will spearhead continuous improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency and product quality. Ensuring the safety and well-being of all employees under your supervision is paramount. Your role will be pivotal in driving technical excellence and fostering a culture of safety and innovation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Plant Supervisors and Managers to address daily challenges, set priorities, and resolve issues effectively.
• Conduct daily meetings with outgoing and incoming supervisors to establish priorities and enhance operational efficiency.
• Collect, analyze, and report daily production data to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage indirect labor, scrap, and downtime to minimize manufacturing variances and optimize productivity.
• Provide daily visibility on downtime, scrap, changes, and resin deviations to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Participate in daily labor meetings to identify inefficiencies and discuss quality-related topics.
• Coordinate with planning to schedule major tool and machine repairs, ensuring minimal disruption to production.
• Partner with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to optimize processes related to molds, changeovers, and machine improvements.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises technical employees in the Technical Departments on the assigned shift. 
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Fill in for Production Supervisor as needed.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Requirements:

• Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports on potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations with vendors and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years related experience and training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our facility operates with machinery that can be loud and requires ear protection and eye protection. The manufacturing environment can be fast-paced and physically demanding, with exposure to various materials and processes that may result in a dirty workspace. We prioritize safety and cleanliness, providing all necessary protective gear and maintaining strict hygiene standards. Despite the challenging conditions, we foster a collaborative and supportive atmosphere where teamwork and professional growth are highly valued.

Petmate is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.