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Hayward Holdings, Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Blow Molding Manager

Clemmons, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Hayward Holdings Inc. is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment in the world. The Blow Molding Manager oversees the Sand Filter Business Unit, ensuring optimal performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost while managing employee development and operational improvements.

E-CommerceIndustrialManufacturing

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise all employees in the Sand Filter Business Unit, including interviewing, hiring, and training

Enable talent development and manage succession planning

Conduct employee performance reviews

Partner with Human Resources to provide disciplinary action when necessary

Prepare and manage department capital and expense budgets, including Direct and Indirect Labor as well as supplies and materials. Monitor spending and enforce cost control discipline

Establish staffing levels necessary to meet customer demand

Conduct Behavioral Based Safety Audits to ensure a safe working environment

Collaborate with external and internal vendors to secure supplies and materials, and maintain desired component inventory levels

Partner with cross-functional teams such as Product Management, Product Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering to support operations

Write specifications and design requirements for blow molding machinery, finishing equipment, auxiliary support systems, and other capital needs. Evaluate options, obtain quotations, and recommend innovative technology solutions

Design head tooling and finishing equipment fixtures for blow molded components; determine head tooling sizes for production

Prepare Capital Appropriation Requests (CAR), including justification and ROI calculations, to support equipment and operational improvements

Establish, maintain, and continuously improve cycle times and quality standards for injection and blow molded components. Notify support departments when deviations occur

Maintain process parameters and setup documentation for the Sand Filter Business Unit

Define departmental training requirements for equipment, processing techniques, MES (HydraX), Key Component Scanning, and Microsoft D365

Monitor resin and color concentrate usage; implement corrective action when needed

Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities; set and track continuous improvement goals for the department

Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager or Senior Leadership Team

Qualification

Blow moldingInjection moldingPolymer processingCAD/CAM softwareStatistical Process ControlLean manufacturingERP systemsMathematical skillsLeadershipProblem-solving

Required

Strong knowledge of blow molding, injection molding, and polymer processing

Proficient in spreadsheets, word processing, and CAD/CAM software

Knowledge of Statistical Process Control and lean manufacturing methods highly desirable

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, blueprints, and manuals

Skilled in preparing reports and presenting to employees or management

Strong mathematical skills including fractions, percentages, ratios, and graph interpretation

Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities in complex situations

BS degree in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, Plastics) or business/technology-related field, plus 7+ years of related experience; or equivalent education/experience combination

ERP experience with AS400, Microsoft D365, or similar systems required

Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, and communicate effectively

Occasionally required to sit and climb

Frequently lift and move cartons up to 25 pounds

Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Frequent work near moving mechanical parts and hydraulic presses; strict adherence to safety procedures required

Exposure to fumes and airborne particles possible

Noise levels range from low in offices to loud in production areas

Eye and ear protection required on the plant floor