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.
  • Only Noida and Greater Noida residents should apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

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

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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