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Faith Technologies

Procurement Agent II

Opelika, AL · On-site

Associate's Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or relevant trade/industry technical program ... Participates in project start-up meetings. * Consistently demonstrates exceptional customer service ...

builders

Manager ELP Design - Indirect

Auburn, AL · On-site

Manages project team activities. * Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Shares ... Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two to four ...

Holder Construction

Lift Director

Lagrange, GA · On-site

Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles ... Training & Workshops - Conduct NCLP and rigging workshops; identify training needs for project ...

JLD Enterprises

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Civil Estimator

Auburn, AL · On-site

$1.0K - $1.0K/yr

Preparing cost estimates at various project stages, including conceptual, schematic, design ... Technical knowledge : Understanding of civil engineering principles, construction methods ...

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Maintenance Supervisor

Opelika, AL

$63K - $95K/hr

... projects * Conduct regular safety inspections and enforce safe work practices throughout the ... High school diploma or GED required; associate or technical degree in a related field is preferred ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for technical project associate in Valley, AL is $24.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.06 and $28.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Technical Project Associate vs Project Coordinator?

AspectTechnical Project AssociateProject Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, IT, or related field; technical certificationsBachelor's degree in business, management, or related field
Work EnvironmentTechnical teams, IT departments, engineering projectsProject teams across various industries, administrative settings
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, engineering firms, R&D departmentsConstruction, IT, marketing, and corporate sectors
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Technical Project Associate typically focuses on technical aspects, supporting engineering or IT projects with specialized knowledge. The Project Coordinator handles overall project organization, scheduling, and communication. While both roles support project execution, the Technical Project Associate emphasizes technical skills, whereas the Project Coordinator emphasizes administrative and coordination skills.

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Associate Manager, Tooling and Process Engineering

Associate Manager, Tooling and Process Engineering

Aptar Group

Auburn, AL

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Re-posted 29 days ago

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Job description

Key Responsibilities
Tooling Leadership & Mold Management
   Own the complete lifecycle of injection molds, including design reviews, sourcing, validation, launch, preventive maintenance, and refurbishment
   Establish and maintain mold PM standards, spare parts strategies, and tooling documentation
   Partner with tool shops and mold suppliers to ensure quality, timing, and cost targets are met
   Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for mold-related downtime, quality issues, or performance gaps
   Approve mold modifications and engineering changes to improve reliability, cycle time, and part quality
Process Engineering & Optimization
   Develop, standardize, and approve robust injection molding processes (Scientific / Decoupled Molding preferred)
   Lead process development for new product launches including DOE, mold trials, and validation
   Drive continuous improvement initiatives for scrap reduction, cycle-time optimization, and process stability
   Ensure documented process standards and setup sheets are controlled and followed
   Serve as escalation point for complex molding and processing issues
Team Leadership & Development
   Directly manage and mentor Tooling Technicians, Process Technicians, and Process Engineers
   Set performance expectations, conduct reviews, and create skill development plans
   Build bench strength through training, cross-functional exposure, and succession planning
   Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
Cross-Functional Collaboration
   Partner with Quality, Maintenance, Production, and Supply Chain to resolve technical issues
   Support audits, customer visits, and technical reviews as the senior molding expert
   Provide technical input to capital projects, automation, and equipment selection
   Support ISO, regulatory, and customer-specific compliance activities
Metrics & Accountability
   Improve mold uptime, scrap rates, and process capability (Cp/Cpk)
   Reduce startup, changeover, and launch inefficiencies
   Ensure new tools and processes meet performance and delivery expectations


Required Qualifications
   Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
   10+ years of injection molding experience including tooling and process engineering
   5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
   Expert knowledge of mold design, thermoplastics processing, and scientific molding principles
   Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills


Preferred Qualifications
   RJG Master Molder certification or equivalent
   Experience with automated or high-cavitation molding environments
   Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
   ERP or MES experience related to tooling and process control


Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and moving equipment. Occasional travel to tool shops, suppliers, or customers. Off-shift support may be require

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