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Assistant Production Manager

American Plastics
Simpsonville, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Apr 2025

About the role

Description

American Plastics, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic-injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end-markets. We are searching for a Assistant Production Manager for our Simpsonville, SC location. This position will report to the Production Manager.


Responsibilities


• Work alongside the shift supervisors on quality, manpower and machine downtime.  Adjust and communicate manpower assignments with mold changes and any quality changes

• Monitor manpower issues such as shortages, quality concerns, training concerns, etc. and communicate with the Human Resource Manager

• Set up the press processes for efficiency and safety.  Assure all process boards are posted on the proper presses

• Clean and organize the production floor

• Assists Relief Operators with breaking associates in a timely manner

• Aid in quality checks at the factory and the warehouse.  Check for flash, shorts, label placement, proper counts, etc.

• Maintain proper inventory levels.  Order labels, pallet pads, boxes, check colorant, etc. and submit orders to the Procurement Manager.  Perform Monthly and Yearly inventory checks.  Manage any returns from customers.  Sort between defects and good products.  Record and set aside all defects for grinding.  Train any associates who help in this process.


Expectations:


• Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in management and have experience with plastics injection molding for quality standards.

• Run a safe and clean operation that promotes zero accidents.

• Meet production and delivery schedules.

• Positive attitude, good communication and people skills.

• Great attendance and punctuality are a must.





Requirements

  

Requirements:


· May participate in housekeeping, 5S, and/or in Lean activities

· Adhere to all safety procedures

· Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills

· Organized, detail orientated, team player

· Other duties and special projects as assigned by Management


Essential Job Requirements:


· At least 18 years of age.

· Eligible to work in the United States of America

· Pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screen & Authorize Background Check


If you are interested in joining the American Plastics team and want to work in a fast-paced, progressive environment, we want to hear from you.  We offer a competitive salary, full benefit package including medical/dental, 401k, and paid vacation. 

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