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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Position Summary:

The Senior Process and Reliability Supervisor oversees injection molding processes and leads a team of supervisors and technical staff to ensure high-quality, efficient production at Newell Rubbermaid’s Mogadore, Ohio facility. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring process consistency, driving Lean Manufacturing initiatives, and optimizing performance across multiple shifts and departments. Reporting to the Senior Technical Manager, the supervisor plays a key role in strategic technical direction and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

• - Lead and support a group of supervisors, providing direction, coaching, and performance management.
• - Supervise a broader team of technical professionals through subordinate supervisors across all shifts.
• - Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• - Coordinate shift activities and ensure consistent communication and execution of technical standards.

Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

• - Initiate and apply Lean Manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and Standard Work to improve process flow and eliminate waste.
• - Lead cross-functional Lean initiatives aimed at improving productivity, reducing downtime, and increasing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• - Train supervisors and team members on Lean tools and methodologies to build internal capability and sustain a culture of operational excellence.

Process Optimization

• - Oversee the setup, operation, and optimization of injection molding processes across multiple teams.
• - Resolve process-related issues and drive root cause analysis for process deviations and quality concerns.
• - Lead efforts to minimize scrap, reduce cycle time, and ensure process repeatability.

Technical Support

• - Serve as the subject matter expert on molding processes and equipment within the facility.
• - Support new tooling implementations, mold validations, and process qualifications.
• - Collaborate on capital planning and assist in specifying and commissioning new equipment.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• - Track and report on process-related KPIs such as OEE, scrap, and cycle time.
• - Analyze trends to identify technical challenges and improvement opportunities.
• - Ensure all subordinate supervisors follow data-driven decision-making processes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• - Partner with Engineering, Tooling, Production, and Quality departments to meet technical and production goals.
• - Participate in audits, safety initiatives, and strategic planning sessions.
• - Contribute to successful product launches and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications:

• - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent practical experience).
• - 7+ years of injection molding experience, including leadership of technical teams.
• - 3+ years managing or supervising other supervisors or team leaders.
• - Strong knowledge of injection molding processes, tooling, automation, and production optimization.
• - Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and process improvement.

Preferred Certifications:

• - RJG Master Molder I or II
• - Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
• - Lean Manufacturing or Lean Six Sigma Certification

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Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.