Injection Molding Production Team Lead

Is this the next step in your manufacturing leadership career? Who we are: Caroba Plastics is a 40+ year plastics manufacturer in Englewood, CO, built on quality, organization, and teamwork. Our 150+ employees are the foundation of our success. Why this role? You enjoy turning production goals into safe, efficient execution. You’re energized by coaching teams and elevating quality standards. You know plastics processes (especially injection molding) and how to keep equipment running at its best. Your impact Lead daily output: Direct line workers, machine operators, and material techs to meet schedule commitments. Raise the bar on quality: Collaborate with Quality and processing techs to meet company and customer specs. Develop people: Train on role expectations, safety best practices, and company policy. Protect uptime: Verify proper operation, coordinate preventive maintenance, and expedite repairs. Do you have what it takes? High school diploma or GED. 3–5+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing; plastics processing experience preferred (injection molding, extrusion, or thermoforming). Strong leadership, organization, analysis, and problem-solving. Excellent written/verbal communication; comfortable with changing priorities. Physical requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to lift 25–50 pounds. Role logistics Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Morning: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Afternoon: 4:00 pm to 12:00 am Night: 12:00 am to 8:00 am Salary: $25–$30 hourly DOE Pay Frequency: Biweekly Supplemental pay types: Bonus pay; Signing bonus Benefits you can count on 401(k) with company match Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Paid vacation and Holidays Core proficiency Supervisory Experience Equipment exposure Injection Molding Machine (Nissei) If you answered “yes” to the questions above, this could be your ideal opportunity. Lead a team that delivers quality parts, safely and on schedule.