Production Manager-Process Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager / Process Engineer to lead manufacturing operations and drive process excellence in our high-volume thin wall packaging facility. This role combines hands-on process engineering expertise with production leadership responsibilities to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in thin wall injection molding, process optimization, continuous improvement, and team leadership, with experience in thin wall packaging and high-speed manufacturing environments.

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Optimize thin wall injection molding processes to maximize productivity, reduce scrap, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Troubleshoot molding, tooling, material, and equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Supervise, coach, and develop production supervisors, technicians, and operators.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and operational excellence.
• Establish and maintain robust process standards, setup documentation, and work instructions.
• Analyze production data and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Support mold trials, new product launches, and process validation activities.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain teams to achieve operational goals.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of thin wall injection molding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and optimizing molding processes.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

• Experience with high-cavitation molds, automation, robotics, and in-mold labeling (IML).
• Knowledge of scientific molding principles and process validation.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience.
• RJG Scientific Molding certification and/or Lean Six Sigma certification.

• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing manufacturing operation.
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Challenging and rewarding work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Safety performance
• Production efficiency and OEE
• Scrap and waste reduction
• Quality performance
• Downtime reduction