Responsibilities

Lead facility operations while maintaining 5S principles, workplace safety, organization, and ISO standards
Manage new program launches, partnering with Engineering to implement cost-effective tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes that support profitability
Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency by identifying cost-reduction opportunities, improving throughput, and optimizing product profitability
Conduct capacity planning and resource optimization across equipment, suppliers, and labor while monitoring machine utilization and maintaining appropriate labor-to-sales levels
Oversee Quality, production scheduling, BOM and labor constraints, ERP utilization, and cross-functional coordination to support efficient operations and on-time delivery
Lead and develop employees through coaching, motivation, and recognition, fostering a culture of accountability, employee participation, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a minimum of 10 years of hands-on plastic injection molding experience and strong knowledge of injection molding processes
5–7 years of management experience, with demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams to meet and exceed operational goals
Experienced in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), quality programs, and manufacturing quality initiatives, with a focus on maintaining a team-oriented work environment
Demonstrated experience implementing continuous improvement, Lean, and other process-improvement methodologies to enhance manufacturing performance
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and cross-functional communication skills

Salary: $125K - $135K

Ask for: Aarti Manchanda

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