Molding/Stamping Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location: Painesville, OhioJob Requisition: 7760 Description for Molding Manufacturing Engineering Manager: The Molding Manufacturing Engineering Manager will lead and advance mold and stamping tool procurement, manufacturing, maintenance, and repair operations. The successful candidate will oversee tooling for Vertical Arburg (14–28 ton) and Horizontal Milacron/Arburg (33–110 ton) machines and high speed stamping equipment, driving automation, process optimization, and team development to achieve world-class manufacturing performance. Responsibilities for Molding Manufacturing Engineering Manager: Lead and develop the in-house Tool Room and toolmaking staff. Lead and mentor process and stamping engineers in high-precision molding operations. Implement molding, automation, and material reprocessing to reduce waste. Oversee tooling and equipment sourcing to meet cost, technology, and lead-time goals. Ensure tight-tolerance production (±0.001" typical, ±0.0005" critical).Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturability and quality. Other duties as assigned. Requirements for Molding Manufacturing Engineering Manager: BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent) required.5+ years in injection molding; connector or precision-component experience preferred. Working knowledge with the application of SolidWorks and mold flow analysis software. Proven leadership, troubleshooting, and automation experience. In depth knowledge of injection molding and stamping tools. Previous experience successfully managing a tool room. Understanding of tooling manufacturing, methods, and equipment. Previous in depth experience of tooling specification and sourcing. Proven effectiveness as the lead technical expert in molding issues. Working knowledge in programming and operating Arburg and Milacron injection molding machines. Deep understanding of high-precision molding and materials (LCP).Successful implementation of automation, reprocessing, and tooling optimization initiatives. Knowledge of process engineering methodologies, including Six Sigma principles. Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and management teams. Ability to balance immediate impact with long-term development. Ability to meet ITAR requirements of US citizenship or permanent US residency. Openness to training opportunities as needed.