Lead high-impact process improvements in a growing manufacturing environment Competitive compensation & benefits About Our Client Our client is an employee-owned manufacturing organization recognized for innovation, technical expertise, and its commitment to delivering high-quality solutions for highly regulated industries. With a collaborative culture and strong investment in continuous improvement, the company provides employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers. Job Description Develop, implement, and optimize injection molding processes for both new and existing products using scientific molding principles. Lead mold sampling, process development, validation activities, and production launch initiatives. Partner with Quality teams to establish robust process controls and ensure consistent product quality. Troubleshoot molding processes, tooling, materials, automation systems, and manufacturing equipment. Analyze process performance data to improve quality, cycle times, efficiency, throughput, and overall process capability. Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, setup standards, validation protocols, and manufacturing records. Support the development and maintenance of Control Plans, PFMEAs, process flows, and related quality documentation. Participate in mold design reviews, material evaluations, and print reviews to ensure manufacturability and process success. Design and execute DOE studies, capability assessments, and process validation activities. Lead continuous improvement projects focused on reducing scrap, lowering costs, improving OEE, and increasing productivity. Serve as a technical expert and mentor for Process Technicians, Setup Technicians, and Operations teams. Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, and statistical analysis tools to drive long-term process improvements. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Plastics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline. 8+ years of hands-on process engineering experience within plastics manufacturing, with significant injection molding expertise. Strong background in scientific molding, decoupled molding, process window development, tooling, materials, and secondary operations. Experience with mold sampling, process validation, capability studies, root cause analysis, CAPA investigations, and MRB support. Familiarity with CAD software and experience with Moldflow, RJG/eDART, cavity pressure monitoring, or similar technologies is preferred. Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DOE, SPC, GD&T, PFMEA, Control Plans, ERP/MES systems, and data analysis tools. Experience working within ISO 13485 or other regulated manufacturing environments is highly desirable. Strong leadership, project management, communication, and mentoring skills. Ability to effectively collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Tooling teams. Must meet ITAR employment eligibility requirements. What's on Offer Lead impactful projects that directly improve manufacturing performance and product quality. Work with advanced molding technologies, automation systems, and process optimization tools. Collaborate with experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals in a highly technical environment. Enjoy long-term career growth opportunities within a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.