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.
#2146TN
Cleveland, TN
2146
213 Ocoee Crossing Northwest
Cleveland, TN 37312
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