Plastics Molding Operations Engineering Manager

Lead, optimize, and elevate our plastics operationOwn the technical heartbeat of a high-volume plastics plant. As our Plastics Molding Operations Engineering Manager, you’ll guide a team of 15–17 technicians and operators, take end-to-end responsibility for the tool room, molds, and machine performance, and turn great processes into outstanding results. Relocation assistance is available.Why you’ll love this roleReal ownership: from tooling and mold care to machine uptime and qualityInfluence at scale: lead a skilled team and shape plant-wide performanceInnovation mindset: drive continuous improvement, not just maintenanceCross-functional impact: partner with operations, product, and leadershipCareer momentum: build the roadmap for capabilities and scalabilityA day in the roleDevelop people and teams: mentor, coach, and set expectations that build an accountable culture.Run technical operations: oversee blow molding and injection molding processes, troubleshooting, and reliability.Boost performance: set KPIs, monitor results, and implement changes that cut downtime and raise output.Collaborate cross-functionally: align technical execution with business goals alongside operations, product, and customer-facing teams.Drive strategy and innovation: craft and execute technical roadmaps to enhance plant capability and scalability.Manage risk: identify operational risks early and implement practical mitigation plans.What you bring5+ years in plastics manufacturing across blow molding and injection molding2+ years leading technical teamsDeep skills in tooling, mold repair, and machine maintenanceHands-on time with Aoki, Uniloy, and Sumitomo equipmentProven record in continuous improvement and change managementClear communicator who ties technical decisions to business impactWho thrives hereA proactive problem-solver who anticipates issues before they escalateA builder of people and processes who raises the barA leader fluent in both technical detail and business outcomesEqually comfortable on the floor and at the strategy tableBackgroundBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Maintenance Management, or related field (preferred)Equivalent hands-on experience strongly consideredThe bottom lineThis isn’t about “keeping things running.” It’s about building it better, scaling it smarter, and leading from the front.ProficienciesInjection Molding ExperienceBlow Molding Experience