3rd Shift Injection Molding Supervisor / Process Technician

Job Description

Job Description

3rd Shift Injection Molding Supervisor / Process Technician

Location: Richmond, IN
Schedule: 3rd Shift | Monday–Friday | 10:45 PM–7:30 AM
Base Pay: $26.00–$32.00 per hour
Shift Differential: Additional $2.00 per hour
Perfect Attendance Incentive: Additional $2.00 per hour
Potential Hourly Earnings: $30.00–$36.00 per hour with both incentives
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

First Call Direct Hire is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Supervisor / Process Technician for a direct-hire opportunity with an established manufacturing company in Richmond, Indiana.

This is a hands-on leadership position within an automotive plastic injection molding operation. The ideal candidate will have strong technical experience with injection molding equipment, including troubleshooting, machine setups, process adjustments, and production support.

You do not need to currently hold a supervisor title to be considered! We welcome experienced Injection Molding Process Technicians, Setup Technicians, and Lead Technicians who have demonstrated leadership abilities and are ready to advance their careers.

The company is willing to provide training on its specialized multi-shot molding processes for candidates with a solid foundation in traditional plastic injection molding.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities and provide leadership to approximately 10–11 employees, including machine operators and quality technicians.

• Troubleshoot injection molding equipment, respond to machine alarms, and make necessary adjustments to maintain production.

• Support machine setups, mold changes, changeovers, and processing adjustments.

• Monitor production across a department operating approximately 33 injection molding presses.

• Identify equipment and process issues, determine corrective actions, and coordinate with maintenance when additional support is needed.

• Work closely with quality technicians to ensure products meet established automotive quality standards.

• Maintain production efficiency while minimizing equipment downtime and scrap.

• Provide guidance, coaching, and technical assistance to production employees.

• Complete basic production documentation, shift handoff reports, and timekeeping adjustments.

• Communicate equipment issues, production concerns, and shift updates to management and incoming supervisors.

• Promote a safe, organized, quality-focused work environment.

Qualifications

Required:

• Hands-on experience with plastic injection molding equipment and manufacturing processes.

• Ability to troubleshoot injection molding machines, identify processing problems, and make equipment adjustments.

• Knowledge of machine setups, mold changes, and production troubleshooting.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions during overnight production operations.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to guide and support a production team.

• Basic computer skills for production reporting, spreadsheets, and timekeeping.

• Ability to work the scheduled third shift and provide occasional overtime coverage.

Preferred:

• Previous experience as an Injection Molding Process Technician, Setup Technician, Lead Technician, or Production Supervisor.

• Experience training, mentoring, or leading production employees.

• Experience with multi-shot or two-shot injection molding.

• Familiarity with automotive manufacturing quality standards, including ISO and IATF.

• Experience supporting high-volume injection molding operations.

Candidates with strong technical injection molding experience and limited formal supervisory experience are encouraged to apply.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Shift: Monday–Friday, 10:45 PM–7:30 AM

• Friday night's shift ends Saturday morning.

• Weekend work is infrequent.

• Occasional overtime may be required to provide coverage for other supervisors, typically in four-hour increments.

• Hands-on manufacturing environment with an established production team.

• Maintenance assistance is available on call when needed.

Compensation & Incentives

• Base Pay: $26.00–$32.00 per hour, depending on experience.

• 3rd Shift Differential: Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked on third shift.

• Perfect Attendance Incentive: Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked during qualifying weeks with perfect attendance.

• Potential Combined Hourly Earnings: $30.00–$36.00 per hour when both incentives are earned.

• Performance Incentive: Additional monthly incentive opportunity based on individual and plant performance. Incentives begin accruing after 60 days, with payouts beginning in the sixth month.

Benefits & Perks

• Direct-hire opportunity with an established manufacturer.

• Paid vacation with additional accrual opportunities for qualifying technical positions.

• 10 paid holidays annually, including a floating birthday holiday.

• Employee benefits package.

• Training and professional development opportunities.

• Supportive team environment with experienced, long-tenured employees.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to combine your technical injection molding expertise with leadership responsibilities. You'll work with an experienced production team, troubleshoot equipment, support manufacturing operations, and play an important role in keeping production running efficiently.

If you're an experienced Injection Molding Technician ready to take the next step in your career—or a hands-on Supervisor who enjoys staying involved with the equipment—we want to hear from you!

Apply today through First Call Direct Hire to learn more about this opportunity in Richmond, Indiana.

First Call Direct Hire is an equal opportunity employment agency.