Injecting Molding Manager

Techniplas•Dalton, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Injection Molding Manager is responsible for leading all injection molding operations within an automotive manufacturing environment. This role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality production through effective people leadership, process optimization, tooling management, and adherence to automotive quality standards. The manager drives continuous improvement, cost control, and on-time delivery while developing a strong technical and supervisory team.

Requirements

Hands-on experience with thermoplastics, multi-cavity molds, hot runner systems, and automation.
Proven experience supporting new product launches and high-volume production environments.
Knowledge of injection molding processes, materials, tooling, and auxiliary equipment.
Familiarity with scientific molding principles and process optimization.
Experience with preventive maintenance systems and mold lifecycle management.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and production reporting tools.
Strong people leadership and communication skills.
Ability to analyze data, solve complex problems, and make sound decisions under pressure.
Results-driven mindset with a continuous improvement orientation.
Effective cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and industrial equipment.
Willingness to work flexible hours as required to support production and launches.
Safety performance and incident reduction
OEE and machine utilization
Scrap and rework reduction
On-time delivery and schedule adherence
Labor efficiency and cost control
Employee engagement and retention

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day injection molding operation to meet production schedules, cost targets, and customer requirements.
Ensure optimal machine utilization, cycle time performance, and scrap reduction.
Oversee setup, startup, changeovers, and troubleshooting of injection molding processes.
Coordinate with Production Planning, Maintenance, Tooling, and Quality to ensure uninterrupted operations.
Ensure compliance with automotive quality standers such as IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer- specific requirements.
Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D, A3, 5-Why) for quality issues, scrap, and downtime.
Support PPAP, APQP, and launch activities for new programs and engineering changes.
Maintain adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Manage molds, hot runners, auxiliary equipment, and tooling maintenance programs.
Partner with Engineering on process development, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support new mold trials, sampling, and production readiness.
Establish and maintain robust process documentation, including work instructions and process parameters.
Directly lead, supervisors, technician and operators within the injection molding department
Recruit, train, coach, and develop team members to build technical capability and bench strength.
Set clear performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Develop and manage labor, maintenance, tooling, and consumables.
Identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities related to materials, labor efficiency, energy usage, and scrap.
Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Track and report KPIs such as OEE, scrap, downtime, labor efficiency, and safety metrics.