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Advastar, Inc.

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Tool & Die, Maintenance, Molding & Fabrication Technicians

Grandview, MO · On-site

$26 - $38/hr

NOW HIRING -- 7 SKILLED TRADES POSITIONS OPEN NOW Plastic Injection Molding Manufacturer | Kansas City, MO We're a well-established, global manufacturer of precision plastic components, and we're ...

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Process Technician

Lees Summit, MO

$25 - $27/hr

High School Diploma or GED preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * 2+ years of plastic injection molding processing experience required (Husky equipment experience a plus). * Strong ...

US Farathane Corporation

Quality Engineer

Riverside, MO · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

US Farathane is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer for ensuring that plastic injection molded ... Manage customer complaints, scorecards, and corrective action responses. * Support supplier quality ...

US Farathane

Quality Engineer

Riverside, MO · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

US Farathane is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer for ensuring that plastic injection molded ... Manage customer complaints, scorecards, and corrective action responses. * Support supplier quality ...

US Farathane

Operations Manager

Riverside, MO · On-site

US Farathane is seeking an experienced Operations Manager who is responsible for leading all day-to-day manufacturing operations with an automotive plastic injection molding facility, ensuring safety ...

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What does a plastic injection molding manager do?

A Plastic Injection Molding Manager oversees the daily operations of injection molding production in a manufacturing facility. They are responsible for managing staff, ensuring product quality, optimizing machine efficiency, and maintaining safety standards. The manager also coordinates production schedules, oversees maintenance of equipment, and implements process improvements to maximize productivity and reduce waste. Additionally, they may handle training, budgeting, and compliance with industry regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by a plastic injection molding manager and how can they be addressed?

Plastic Injection Molding Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent product quality, reducing machine downtime, and managing production schedules to meet tight deadlines. Addressing these issues typically involves implementing preventive maintenance programs, training staff on best practices, and closely monitoring quality control metrics. Successful managers also foster strong communication between engineering, maintenance, and production teams to quickly resolve issues and ensure smooth operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a plastic injection molding manager?

To thrive as a Plastic Injection Molding Manager, you need expertise in molding processes, quality control, and production management, typically supported by a technical degree or relevant industry experience. Familiarity with injection molding machinery, process monitoring software, and lean manufacturing systems is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help drive team performance and resolve production challenges. These skills ensure efficient operations, high-quality output, and a safe, productive manufacturing environment.
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Manufacturing Engineering Manager

US Farathane Corporation

Riverside, MO • On-site

$106K - $132K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

US Farathane rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

59th of 84 rated plastic manufacturers

Job description

US Farathane is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join the team.
This position is responsible for leading the engineering team in design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes in a high-volume injection molding manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Engineering Manager plays a key role in ensuring molded automotive components meet OEM and industry standards. This role ensures engineering solutions align with safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives, while supporting IATF 16949 standards and lean manufacturing principles.
US Farathane has been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black-box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE's and TPO's as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Lead and manage daily activities of the engineering department, including manufacturing, process, and engineering.
  • Evaluate current process and GAP analysis from global standards and ensure all molded parts meet automotive quality, durability, and dimensional standards.
  • Manage project launches, tooling equipment installations, and process validations.
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and cost reduction using lean tools (Kaizen, 5S, VSM, etc.).
  • Oversee new product launches, tooling, equipment installations, and process validation.
  • Collaborate with team identifying process improvements and cost reduction opportunities to include scrap and usage.
  • Oversee a team of Process Technicians, Engineers, and the Tooling team across multiple shifts.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful implementation of engineering initiatives.
  • Responsible for tooling design, documentation, and assessments.
  • Train and implement product and process improvements.
  • Communicate standards and troubleshoot issues for new and existing improvements.
  • Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer delivery timelines and volume targets.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and supply chain teams to resolve process issues.
  • Monitor and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs) such as scrap rate, cycle time, OEE, and downtime.
  • Drive a safety-first culture and enforce compliance with company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
  • Support APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and control plant development.
  • Maintain plant compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, OSHA, and customer-specific requirements.
  • Develop and mentor Engineering, Tooling, and Assistant Molding Manager for skill enhancement and succession planning.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 7+ years of engineering experience in automotive manufacturing, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
  • Minimum of ten years' experience in process engineering, tooling, equipment and process improvement
  • Working knowledge of customer functional performance requirements
  • In-depth understanding and application of concepts, theories, and principles position discipline
  • Proven record in managing cross-functional teams and engineering projects.
  • Prefer plastic injection molding (part design and processing) experience
  • Automated and plastic materials experience
  • Strong technical project management, manufacturing engineering, statistical process control capability, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent technical and mechanical aptitude
  • Strong understanding of MRP, quality control, purchasing, and accounting
  • Lean manufacturing experience a plus; to include 8D, 5 Why, and Six Sigma problem solving skills
  • Willing and able to travel as necessary
  • Proficient in CAD software, project management tools, and MS office

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear. Ability to lift 5-25 pounds.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: General Office environment and manufacturing facility
The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.
WHAT WE OFFER:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k with company match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral Program
  • Job Promotional Opportunities
  • Climate controlled environment

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of US Farathane.
US Farathane is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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