Meritec · 2 months ago
Molding Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Painesville,OH,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expMeritec is a well-established leader in signal integrity and interconnect technology. The Molding Manufacturing Engineering Manager will lead molding operations, focusing on automation, process optimization, and team development to achieve world-class manufacturing performance.
Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor process and stamping engineers in high-precision molding operations
Develop, program, and troubleshoot Arburg and Milacron molding equipment
Implement scientific molding, automation, and material reprocessing to reduce waste
Oversee tooling and equipment sourcing to meet cost, technology, and lead-time goals
Ensure tight-tolerance production (±0.001” typical, ±0.0005” critical)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturability and quality
Qualification
Required
BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent) required
5+ years in injection molding; connector or precision-component experience preferred
Proficient with SolidWorks and mold flow analysis software
Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and automation experience
Ability to serve as the lead technical expert in molding issues
Proficiency in programming and operating Arburg and Milacron injection molding machines
Deep understanding of high-precision molding and materials like LCP
Experience implementing automation, reprocessing, and tooling optimization initiatives
Knowledge of process engineering methodologies, including Six Sigma principles
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and management teams
Ability to balance immediate impact with long-term development; open to training opportunities as needed
Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods, up to 8 hours per workday
Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, and office equipment
Ability to move about inside the office and occasionally in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, or crouch to access files, equipment, or supplies
Must be able to lift, carry, or move objects up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., files, binders, or office supplies)
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form, including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus as required for computer use and reviewing printed materials
Position may occasionally require use of appropriate PPE (e.g., safety glasses, footwear) when entering production areas
Preferred
5+ years in injection molding; connector or precision-component experience preferred
Benefits
Healthcare benefits
Fully paid life insurance
Health Savings Account with company contribution
401(k) employer match
On-Site Fitness Center
Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Growth and Development Opportunities
Positive culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Company
Meritec
Meritec provides custom connectors and custom cable assemblies to OEMs in a variety of markets in the electronics industry.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase