Engineering Manager – Injection Molding
Overview:
Our Client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Manager specializing in injection molding to lead their engineering team across three divisions. In this role, you will oversee and coordinate engineering activities, with a primary focus on our injection molding operations. You will play a pivotal role in managing projects, ensuring quality and efficiency, and driving innovation. The role will require a home office based at either our Middletown, CT, or Palmer, MA, injection molding facility, with occasional travel between the sites.
Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead and manage the engineering and tool room teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance work environment and allocate resources effectively.
- Conduct regular team meetings to ensure clear communication and coordination.
- Injection Molding Process Management:
- Oversee all aspects of the injection mold build process, including design, development, optimization, and troubleshooting.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, quality requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and boost productivity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address manufacturing issues and optimize production processes.
- Project Management:
- Manage the quotation process for new products and define project objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including product design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams, for smooth project execution.
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure success.
- Technical Expertise:
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of tool building techniques and sourcing tooling overseas.
- Stay current with advancements in injection molding technology and materials.
- Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team and other departments.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues and develop innovative solutions.
- Team Collaboration & Leadership:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement engineering solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Promote a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the engineering team.
- Support the professional development of team members and foster effective communication and knowledge sharing.
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in engineering roles with a focus on custom injection molding.
- Proven experience managing and leading engineering and tool room teams, with a minimum of five years in a managerial role.
- In-depth knowledge of injection molding processes, equipment, and materials.
- Strong understanding of quality standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
- Familiarity with CAD software and other engineering tools.
