Injection Molding and Assembly Manager jobs in United States
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Channell · 1 month ago

Injection Molding and Assembly Manager

Channell is a global designer, manufacturer, and seller of outside plant infrastructure equipment. The Injection Molding and Assembly Manager will oversee daily operations of the fiber assembly and injection molding manufacturing facility, ensuring safe and efficient production while leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement.

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Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and direct manufacturing activities to achieve production targets and meet customer delivery timelines
Supervises and coordinates daily activities of personnel engaged in manufacturing parts and components in accordance with specifications and quality standards
Fosters professional growth and development of all personnel and promotes group unity, efficiency, and effectiveness by providing technical training and support
Ensure optimal utilization of equipment, materials, and human resources to maximize productivity and minimize waste
Oversee daily operations of injection molding, secondary operations, and product assembly lines to meet production schedules and performance targets
Reviews the production schedule and verifies specifications and requirements to determine the process, materials, machines, tooling requirements, and operations sequencing
Learn and understand the current standard operating procedures in place, evaluate their strengths and weaknesses, and continuously develop/modify standard operating procedures for increased efficiencies in manufacturing practices
Formulates recommendations to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality, as well as improve working conditions, the workforce, and overall operational efficiency and effectiveness
Evaluate capacity/forecast for infrastructure planning
Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure preventive and corrective maintenance is performed timely
Conducts in-process inspections and verified finished parts to determine continuous piece and process quality conformance
Develop a performance-driven culture by implementing continuous improvement principles in manufacturing
Responsibilities will include: Safety
On-time delivery of quality products
Pace of work and productivity, on-time clocking, reporting to workstation, lunch/break clocking, and break coverage
Uniform compliance and PPE compliance
Vacation planning, approval, and policy adherence
Attendance verification
Confer that 5s standards and good housekeeping are being met with the highest standards
Supervise, train, and mentor production supervisors, line leaders, and operators

Qualification

Injection molding operationsPlastic processing techniquesLeadership skillsLean manufacturing principlesERP/MES systemsRegulatory compliance knowledgeBusiness ethicsSafety practicesDecision-making skillsTeam management abilities

Required

5–10 years of progressive experience in injection molding operations within a plastics manufacturing environment
Strong work and business ethics
Minimum five years' experience managing in a manufacturing environment
Proven leadership and team management abilities in a high-paced production environment
Strong knowledge of plastic processing techniques (e.g., injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, thermoforming)
Must have strong decision-making skills supported by data collection, analysis, and statistical process control expertise
Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory compliance standards
Experience with lean manufacturing principles and ERP/MES systems

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or related field
Experience with Oracle

Company

Channell

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Channell designs and manufactures vaults, and fiber management solutions for broadband, telecommunications, and utility networks.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2025-03-25Acquired

Leadership Team

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John R.
Chief Technology Officer
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Matthew R. Van Steenhuyse
Chief Financial Officer
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