Injection Molding Manager Precision Molding and Machining Sparks, NV Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $100,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Manufacturing management Staff supervision Team supervision Machine operation Managing production or assembly teams Injection (injection molding) Root cause analysis Lean management Process management Full Job Description Molding Manager Precision Molding and Machining, LLC. located in Reno, Nevada About the Role We're looking for an experienced Molding Manager to lead our injection molding operation in Reno. You'll own the performance of the molding floor — from machine uptime and part quality to cycle times, scrap rates, and the crew running it. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows injection molding from the press up and can move seamlessly between the shop floor and a production meeting. What You'll Do Production & Process Leadership Manage daily molding and secondary operations activities ensuring schedules are met and output targets are achieved. Drive improvements in cycle time, scrap rate, and OEE through data-driven process tuning and root-cause problem solving. Oversee mold changes, startups, and machine setups to minimize downtime. Partner with Process Techs on new mold trials, PPAP/1 Article validation runs, and continuous improvement initiatives. Team Management Supervise, train, and develop shift leads, process technicians, and machine operators — including shift scheduling and coverage. Set clear performance expectations and hold the team accountable through coaching and consistent follow-through. Build a safety-first culture; enforce PPE, lockout/tagout, and safe work practices on the floor. Quality & Compliance Maintain part quality against customer specifications; lead containment and corrective action when issues arise. Work with Quality to support

ISO9000/AS9100

requirements, documentation, and audits. Keep process parameters and set up documentation accurate and current. Ensure all parts have In Process Check information entered during each run. Operational Excellence Track and report production KPIs (scrap, uptime, labor efficiency, on-time delivery). Manage molding consumables, tooling maintenance schedules, and vendor coordination for repairs. Collaborate with Maintenance on PM schedules and equipment reliability. What You'll Bring 10-15 years in injection molding manufacturing, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or management role. Deep working knowledge of injection molding processes, tooling, and materials. Experience with Arburg and Milacron/Roboshot machines preferred. Strong grasp of scientific molding. Experience with

ISO9000/AS9100

quality systems. Solid computer skills (ERP, Microsoft Suite).

Preferred:

plastics/molding certifications, Six Sigma or Lean training, or an associate's/bachelor's degree in a technical field. What We Offer Competitive salary — based on experience Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with up to 3% match. Paid time off and holidays

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person