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Cleveland, TN

213 Ocoee Crossing Northwest, Cleveland, Tennessee 37312

Dayton, TN

4087 Rhea County Highway, Unit 101, Dayton, Tennessee 37321

Job Details

Mold Process Manager July 30, 2026

Located in Decatur, TN

Pay: $19.00

Job Full Description

Express Employment Professionals has an opening in Decatur, TN for a Mold Process Manager.

The Mold Process Manager will be responsible for the following, but not limited to:

  • Lead all injection molding process development, optimization, and troubleshooting.
  • Establish and maintain standard process parameters for all production molds.
  • Optimize cycle times while maintaining product quality and machine efficiency.
  • Analyze production data to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
  • Troubleshoot molding defects including flash, short shots, burn marks, splay, sink, warpage, sink marks, cosmetic defects, and other processing issues.
  • Approve process changes and maintain process documentation.
  • Lead mold startups, validations, and first-piece approvals.
  • Support new mold qualifications and production launches.
  • Monitor scrap and implement corrective actions to improve production efficiency.
  • Utilize scientific molding techniques and continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity.
  • Develop and maintain standardized setup procedures.
  • Work closely with Quality, Production, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve manufacturing issues.
  • Analyze process trends and recommend continuous improvements.
  • Ensure molds are properly maintained and production-ready.
  • Coordinate preventive maintenance activities to minimize production interruptions.
  • Prioritize maintenance activities based on production needs.
  • Work with maintenance personnel to resolve equipment failures and reduce downtime.
  • Participate in root cause analysis for equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
  • Recommend equipment upgrades and capital improvements.
  • Ensure spare parts inventory supports production requirements.
  • Coordinate outside vendors and service providers when necessary.
  • Provide leadership, technical guidance, and training to Process Technicians, Mold Technicians, and Maintenance personnel.
  • Support employee development through coaching and cross-training.
  • Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Reduce downtime, scrap, and rework while improving mold performance and production efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and all company safety policies.
  • Maintain compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform additional maintenance-related duties as needed to support production. This position is primarily focused on mold processing and production efficiency but will assist with maintenance responsibilities when required.

Pay:

  • Starting at $19.00/hour
  • Pay is negotiable based on experience

Schedule:

  • Monday–Friday
  • 7:45 AM – 8:15 PM

Planned Plant Shutdowns:

  • Approximately one week around the July 4th holiday.
  • Approximately two weeks during the Christmas holiday.
  • Shutdown schedules may vary based on annual production demands.

Must have Experience:

  • Minimum of 3–5 years of injection molding experience (Required).
  • Working knowledge of industrial maintenance principles.
  • Experience with process optimization, mold troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
  • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Ways to apply:

  • Walk in to apply at 4087 Rhea County Highway, Unit 101, Dayton, TN 37321.
  • Call our office for a phone interview at 423-285-5222.
  • Visit www.expresspros.com and submit your application to the Cleveland office.

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