Senior Manager, Quality Molding

the LEGO Group • Richmond, VA

1d • $142,681 - $214,021 • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team and drive excellence in quality standards for innovative plastic and injection-molded components? Lead our quality team and elevate global standards for plastic molding excellence, ensuring our products meet the highest specifications and safety standards at our innovative Virginia site! The Quality Department at our Virginia site is a pivotal part of our operations, dedicated to ensuring that our plastic and injection-molded components meet the highest standards of quality and safety. This team collaborates closely with global quality networks to implement best practices, driving innovation and consistency across all products. By integrating cutting-edge technology and rigorous testing protocols, the department plays a crucial role in maintaining our reputation for excellence. The Senior Manager, Quality Molding, is integral to this mission, serving as a bridge between local operations and the broader global QEHS framework. This role not only leads the site’s quality initiatives but also contributes to the company’s global objectives by ensuring compliance with international standards. Through strategic leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams, the manager supports the organization’s commitment to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality products worldwide.

Requirements

• Experience in plastics or injection molding, preferably with a quality background.
• Experience leading teams and operating/managing CMM, CT scan, and other advanced lab equipment.
• Proficiency in data analysis, quality software, and reporting tools.
• Advanced education, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, MSA, and structured problem-solving (8D, Root Cause Analysis).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with U.S. and international safety and compliance standards related to consumer products or toys (ASTM F963, ISO 8124, EN71).
• Experience working in a global or matrixed quality organization preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Mandarin language proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Site Quality Function: Oversee all quality-related activities for plastic and injection-molded components.
• Develop Quality Strategy: Align local operations with global quality initiatives and standards.
• Manage Team & Efficient Quality Lab Processes: Supervise engineers and technicians while ensuring efficient lab processes, including metrology, reliability testing, and visual inspection functions
• Ensure Product Compliance: Validate product designs against safety and quality standards.
• Supplier Quality Management: Conduct audits and manage supplier performance to improve upstream quality.
• Implement Problem Solving Techniques: Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality incidents.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records and report KPIs to site leadership and global stakeholders.

Benefits

• Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
• Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
• Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
• Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
• Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
• Your workplace – When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level