Senior Manufacturing Engineering

Team Leadership: Oversee a team of 4 (1 Level I Engineer, 1 Level II Engineer, and 2 Technicians)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join a growing manufacturing organization in Monroe, NC and play a key leadership role in supporting high-volume production manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on plastic injection molding, process optimization, equipment performance, and continuous improvement.

This role is highly focused on production floor manufacturing support and requires a hands‑on engineering leader who can drive efficiency, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, optimize injection molding processes, and improve overall production performance in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in injection molding within medical device manufacturing, FDA‑regulated manufacturing, or plastic packaging production, along with strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Lead and manage the Manufacturing Engineering team of 4, including:

Provide engineering leadership for daily production manufacturing operations, with a strong emphasis on injection molding performance and process stability

Support and troubleshoot high-volume manufacturing processes to minimize downtime and maximize throughput

Optimize plastic injection molding processes to improve cycle times, scrap reduction, yield, and product quality

Plan and assign activities across the Manufacturing Engineering team

Perform annual performance reviews and support team development

Manage and mentor Manufacturing Engineers to support growth and development within the department

Conduct risk and opportunity assessments and coordinate actions accordingly

Identify and address complex investigations to solve operational and production challenges

Conduct production investigations and determine root causes with associated corrective and preventative actions

Lead continuous improvement and quality support initiatives

Support Lean Six Sigma projects and process improvement efforts

Oversee equipment transfers and production integration projects, including equipment transfers from Europe

Drive improvements in machine utilization, production efficiency, and manufacturing output

Design and optimize manufacturing workflows, systems, and resources

Coordinate creation and maintenance of required documentation for manufacturing processes

Identify opportunities and propose solutions to reduce waste and production inefficiencies

Propose and support actions to maximize safety, quality, and cost reduction

Support installation, startup, and validation of new production systems and equipment

Initiate and follow up on Change Control processes for department operations

Coordinate resolution of production delays, bottlenecks, and operational issues

Ensure manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations

Support development and continuous improvement of production, processes, and personnel

Coordinate DOE (Design of Experiments) activities to support process improvements

Lead investigations related to production quality deviations and customer claims, including report approvals

Stay current on engineering trends, emerging technologies, and supplier capabilities through research, trade shows, and industry engagement

Support qualification and training of personnel

Strong hands‑on manufacturing experience required; Minimum 5+ years of experience in a production manufacturing environment

Injection molding experience is required

Strong experience supporting high‑volume manufacturing and production operations

Must have experience within medical device manufacturing, an FDA‑regulated environment, or plastic injection molding operations

Candidates from the plastic food packaging industry will also be considered

Strong understanding of injection molding process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement

Experience improving manufacturing throughput, efficiency, scrap reduction, and quality performance

Prior leadership or team management experience strongly preferred

Experience with Lean Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence initiatives preferred

Proven experience in project management and process improvement

Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills

Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and fabrication methods

Excellent leadership, communication, and team management abilities

Strong understanding of safety standards and environmental regulations

Bonus incentive opportunities

Relocation assistance available

Strong career growth opportunity

Opportunity to lead and develop a high‑performing engineering team

Drive impactful improvements in production manufacturing operations

We’re looking for a hands‑on engineering leader with strong technical expertise in production manufacturing and injection molding. The ideal candidate is analytical, solutions‑driven, and passionate about improving manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and operational performance.

Candidates must be strong collaborators who work effectively across departments and partner well with cross‑functional teams, including SMEs, operations, quality, and leadership. Success in this role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to thrive in a highly collaborative manufacturing environment.

If you are ready to take the next step in your engineering career and make a meaningful impact in a leadership role, we’d love to connect.

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