Manager Production Injection Molding

Company Description

Gerresheimer is the global partner for pharmaceutics, biotech, healthcare, and cosmetics with a very broad product range for pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging solutions and drug delivery systems. The company is an innovative solution provider from concept to delivery of the end product. Gerresheimer achieves its ambitious goals through a high level of innovative strength, industrial competence and concentration on quality and customer focus. In developing innovative and sustainable solutions, Gerresheimer relies on a comprehensive international network with numerous innovation and production centers in Europe, America and Asia. Gerresheimer produces close to its customers worldwide with around 11,000 employees and generated annual revenues in 2022 of EUR 1.8bn. With its products and solutions, Gerresheimer plays an essential role in people's health and well-being.

Gerresheimer Peachtree City L.P. was established in 1993 in Peachtree City, GA, as part of the Plastics & Devices Division manufacturing and assembling a variety of precision molded plastic parts for various applications in the medical industry. 

https://www.gerresheimer.com/

Job Description

Manages daily operations in the injection molding department. Oversees a team of machine operators and technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. Responsible for scheduling, team leadership, process stability, and driving improvements. Works closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and other departments to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Technical or trade background in plastics, manufacturing, or a related field
• Advanced training (e.g., process technician, supervisor, or journeyman level)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in injection molding, with at least 2 in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of injection molding machines, tooling, materials, and troubleshooting
• Experience with production planning, team scheduling, and performance management
• Proficient in MES/ERP systems and Microsoft Office
• Good written and verbal communication in English

Additional Information

• Leads daily team meetings and shift handovers
• Oversees mold changes, machine setup, and production monitoring
• Ensures compliance with 5S, safety, and quality standards
• Tracks and reports KPIs (e.g. scrap rate, cycle time, downtime, efficiency)
• Coordinates with maintenance for planned and unplanned downtime
• Supports audits and leads team training and cross-training
• Participates in CAPEX planning, process improvements, and problem-solving activities
• Builds a strong, engaged team culture focused on accountability and results
• KPIs defined individually based on personal goals.
• Work involves routine and standardized tasks with growing independence depending on complexity.

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