Oakley · 1 month ago
Sr. Process Engineering Manager - Injection Molding
Oakley is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses and eyewear products. The Senior Process Engineering Manager will be responsible for developing strategies to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards, overseeing technical operations in plastic injection molding, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Oversee all technical operations related to plastic injection molding, including process optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Manages a team responsible for the development, qualification and successful implementation of manufacturing processes and equipment on the production floor
Responsible for leading and implementing operational excellence and continuous improvement projects
Creates strategy for the team and provides tactical guidance as needed to meet set budget
Coaches team on using Lean tools and Six Sigma problem solving methodologies to use data for solving complex problems
Influences decisions by creating a positive working relationship with all extended team members including, but not limited to Maintenance, New Product Development, Tooling, R&D teams
Thoroughly analyzes new product/process hand off and negotiates path forward when new products/processes don’t meet requirements
Manages/prioritizes multiple projects in a dynamic fast paced environment
Creates 3-5 years vision for the team by working with cross functional leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
5+ years of management experience in plastic injection molding, moldmaking, and toolmaking
RJG Master Molder certification or equivalent is a must
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure
Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
5+ years of experience managing Budget (CapEx, OpEx)
3+ Automation exposure/experience
Experience using LEAN Six Sigma tools
Ability to coach and work with teams undertaking Continuous Improvement activities
Preferred
Master's Degree
Bilingual – English / Spanish
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
CNC machine experience
AutoCAD
Plastic Injection molding/extrusion experience
Benefits
Health care
Retirement savings
Paid time off/vacation
Various employee discounts