Process Engineering Manager- Plastics- Nashua, NH

The Process Engineering Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of engineering activities and projects related to manufacturing processes. This role ensures all initiatives align with organizational policies, objectives, and industry best practices. Responsibilities include providing technical leadership, optimizing process efficiency, supporting quality outcomes, and managing overall engineering-related costs.

Client Details

This company is a growing manufacturer specializing in high-precision plastic injection molding, serving the medical device industry. They are committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement, leveraging advanced technologies like scientific molding and automation. With a collaborative culture and strong focus on employee development, the company offers a dynamic environment for engineers to lead impactful projects from concept to production.

Description

The Process Engineering Manager will be responsible for:

• Lead efforts to enhance operational workflows through continuous training, strategic process refinement, and the introduction of efficiency-focused initiatives
• Champion ongoing improvements across machinery, materials, production techniques, tooling systems, and automation technologies
• Oversee and coordinate the responsibilities of the engineering team within the organization
• Explore and execute strategies to reduce operational expenses without compromising quality or performance
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders-including leadership, manufacturing, and commercial teams-to assess project needs and align on deliverables
• Conduct market research, attend industry events, and evaluate new technologies to inform actionable, scalable project recommendations
• Supervise the deployment, evaluation, upkeep, and troubleshooting of equipment and infrastructure, ensuring accountability among assigned personnel
• Guide and validate the development and revision of product designs
• Define and pursue the organization's technical and research priorities
• Establish and enforce engineering standards, procedures, and best practices to support consistency and excellence in technical operations

Profile

The successful Process Engineering Manager will have a background as follows:

• Degree in Plastics Engineering or a related technical field
• Minimum of five years of practical experience in injection molding operations
• Comfortable with, or eager to learn, quality frameworks and industry protocols including PFMEA, APQP, and PPAP
• Demonstrated ability to lead and execute projects from initial planning through to full production deployment
• Proficient in using a wide range of precision measurement instruments for inspection and process verification
• Skilled in interpreting complex technical drawings and applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) standards
• Experienced in identifying and diagnosing molded part defects, with a solid understanding of root causes and corrective actions
• Capable of programming and operating coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and vision inspection systems
• Technically adept with productivity and data tools, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access

Job Offer

The Process Engineering Manager will be offered:

• Competitive base salary
• Full Benefits
• Bonus package
• Opportunity to grow as a technical leader
• Massive scale up after a record 2024

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