Molding Manager

US Farathane has been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE’s and TPO’s as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.

We are currently seeking an experienced Molding Manager to manage projects and supply direction for continuous process and tooling improvements within the facility.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Evaluate current process and GAP analysis from global standards
• Assist team with identifying process improvements and cost reduction opportunities to include scrap and usage
• Responsible for equipment installation, tooling design, documentation, and assessment
• Train and implement product and process improvement
• Troubleshoot issues for new and existing processes
• Communicate standards and troubleshooting globally
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of three years prior leadership experience preferred
• Minimum of ten years’ experience in process engineering, tooling, equipment and process improvement
• Working knowledge of customer functional performance requirements
• In-depth understanding and application of concepts, theories, and principles position discipline
• Injection molding (part design and processing) experience
• Automated and plastic materials experience
• Strong technical project management, manufacturing engineering, statistical process control capability, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent technical and mechanical aptitude
• Strong understanding of MRP, quality control, purchasing, and accounting
• Lean manufacturing experience a plus; to include Kepner-Trego, 5 Why, and Six Sigma problem solving skills
• Willing and able to travel as necessary
• Proficient in Microsoft office
  
  
  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: General Office environment and manufacturing facility

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral Program
• Job Promotional Opportunities
  
  
  

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of US Farathane.

US Farathane is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.