Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Molding Manager to lead the injection molding operations at our Kansas City facility. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring high-quality production of plastic components for the automotive industry. You will manage a team of supervisors, technicians, and operators, driving excellence in quality, safety, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all day-to-day operations of the injection molding department , including scheduling, staffing, process optimization, and troubleshooting
- Ensure production targets are consistently met while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and safety
- Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and root cause problem-solving tools
- Collaborate with quality, engineering, maintenance, and logistics to ensure smooth operations and on-time delivery
- Establish and maintain molding process parameters , documentation, and best practices for part consistency
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001 , and customer-specific automotive quality requirements
- Train, coach, and develop molding team members, including supervisors and technicians
- Support the launch of new molds, materials, and products , ensuring seamless transition into production
- Coordinate with the tool room to implement preventive and corrective mold maintenance programs
- Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs): OEE, cycle time, downtime, scrap, etc.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Plastics Technology, or Industrial Management , or equivalent hands-on experience
- 5+ years of experience in injection molding, including 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
- Deep understanding of plastic molding processes , mold design, and automotive-grade thermoplastics
- Knowledge of automotive quality standards : APQP, PPAP, SPC, FMEA
- Familiarity with injection molding machines (e.g., Engel, Arburg, KraussMaffei)
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Preferred
- RJG/Scientific Molding certification
- Experience with automation and robotics in injection molding
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Join a high-performing team in a critical manufacturing leadership role. If you're a results-driven molding expert looking for your next challenge in the automotive space, we want to hear from you.
Job Tags
Full time, Flexible hours,