Engineering Manager - Injection Molding - Springfield, MA

My client is looking for an experienced Engineering Manager with strong injection molding and tool room expertise to lead a small sized engineering team. In this role, you will oversee and coordinate all engineering activities with a primary focus on injection molding operations. You will be responsible for driving projects, ensuring top-tier quality and efficiency, and fostering innovation while effectively managing and motivating your team.

Client Details

This company is a long‑established plastics manufacturer specializing in plastic parts through processes such as injection molding, machining, and rapid prototyping. They are known for serving demanding applications, it supplies close‑tolerance components to a range of industries and maintains a reputation for quality, responsiveness, and engineering expertise.

Description

Reporting into the President, you will be responsible for the following:

• Lead and develop the engineering and tool room teams by providing clear guidance, mentorship, and constructive performance feedback.
• Apply deep knowledge of tool‑building methods, including experience sourcing tooling internationally.
• Build a collaborative, high‑performing culture that supports shared goals and continuous improvement.
• Allocate resources effectively and assign responsibilities to ensure successful project execution.
• Hold regular team meetings to maintain strong communication and alignment across all activities.
• Manage the full injection mold build lifecycle, including design, development, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure all processes meet industry standards, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and increase overall productivity.
• Lead the quotation process for all new products and incoming opportunities.
• Establish clear project objectives, schedules, and resource plans for every engineering initiative.
• Coordinate closely with product design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Track project progress, proactively identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure on‑time, successful delivery.
• Stay current with emerging injection molding technologies, materials, and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and support to engineering staff and collaborate with other departments as needed.
• Diagnose complex technical problems and drive innovative, effective solutions.
• Promote a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and process improvement within the engineering team.
• Strengthen communication and knowledge sharing across teams and key stakeholders.

Profile

A successful Engineering Manager should have:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other relevant Engineering Discipline or equivalent years of experience in injection molding
• 10+ years of experience in the manufacturing space with experience in injection molding and tool room management
• 5+ years of experience in leadership
• A strong background in engineering and manufacturing, with expertise in project management.
• Experience leading teams and driving process improvements in an industrial setting.
• Proficiency in technical software and tools relevant to engineering and manufacturing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with a focus on collaboration and team development.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K.
• Opportunity to lead and grow within a reputable organization in the industrial and manufacturing sector.
• Professional work environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration.

If you are a motivated Engineering Manager looking for a challenging yet exciting role, we encourage you to apply today!

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