Wilmington Machinery LLC. ยท 1 month ago
Contract Molding Manager
Wilmington, NC
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelWilmington Machinery is expanding its capabilities to include full-service contract molding. They are seeking a Contract Molding Manager to help launch, organize, and run this new department, focusing on production leadership and operational efficiency.
IndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Assist leadership in creating workflows, documentation, training, and production processes
Help prepare machines, molds, and tooling for initial production
Participate in hiring and onboarding operators, setup personnel, and support roles as needed
Manage production scheduling, staffing, and shift planning
Supervise molding machine operators, CNC router personnel, and assembly staff
Ensure safe, efficient, repeatable production processes with strong housekeeping and operational discipline
Oversee mold changeovers, startup approvals, and process checks
Coordinate with engineering and quality on part validation and issue resolution
Maintain production records, inspection documentation, and part traceability (aligned with FM Approvals guidelines)
Work closely with the Quality Manager to ensure customer requirements and internal standards are met
Support communication regarding schedules, run status, part concerns, and tooling needs
Ensure that customer-owned molds and materials are properly handled and maintained
Identify opportunities to improve cycle times, reduce scrap, and increase uptime
Provide input on automation, fixturing, and workforce development
Qualification
Required
Experience in injection molding, plastics manufacturing, CNC machining, or related production environments
Prior leadership experience (supervisor, lead, or manager)
Ability to understand production processes and troubleshoot issues
Strong communication and organizational skills
Preferred
Experience in a custom or contract molding operation using customer molds
Familiarity with mold setup, processing, or tooling maintenance
Exposure to quality systems such as ISO or FM Approvals guidelines
Ability to read engineering drawings or understand basic GD&T
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Company
Wilmington Machinery LLC.
Founded in 1972 with a commitment to innovation and excellence, Wilmington Machinery is a leader in designing and manufacturing large-scale, low-pressure injection molding machinery.
Founded in 1972
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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