Engineering Manager

Newell Brands•Mogadore, OH

32d

About The Position

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day. We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager to lead a team supporting new product launches and continuous improvement of manufacturing operations. This role combines technical leadership and project execution, with a strong emphasis on plastic injection molding and tooling, a critical part of our day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate brings deep injection molding expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a proven ability to lead teams and deliver capital projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field
6–9+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering
Experience with plastic injection molding and/or tooling
Strong hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis capability
Proven experience managing capital projects
Demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing setting
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CAD

Nice To Haves

Experience with injection molding tooling, validation, and process optimization
Experience implementing automation (robotics, integrated systems)
Background in high-volume manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of new and replacement equipment, including robotics, conveyors, and assembly systems
Own troubleshooting and resolution of complex manufacturing issues, with a focus on injection molding processes and tooling performance
Evaluate and improve molding processes, tooling, materials, and plant layouts
Drive safety improvements across equipment and processes
Train operations and maintenance teams on new equipment and process changes
Develop business cases, secure approvals, and lead capital projects from concept through startup
Manage project scope, budget, timelines, and resources
Lead cross-functional teams across Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, and Finance
Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of equipment and process improvements
Identify and implement opportunities to improve throughput, quality, and efficiency
Introduce and scale new manufacturing technologies, including automation
Drive labor efficiency improvements through process optimization and tooling enhancements
Support development of manufacturing processes for new products, with a focus on design for manufacturability in injection molding
Create and maintain manufacturing documentation and standards
Partner with Finance to ensure accurate product costing
Provide hands-on engineering support for production issues and downtime reduction
Partner with maintenance and operations to improve equipment reliability and performance