Injection Molding Engineer

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd.; Kulai; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Kulai, Malaysia is seeking a skilled Injection Molding Engineer to drive process development and optimization. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2-5 years of relevant experience in injection molding and a familiarity with mold design and automation. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, quality assurance, and participation in new product introductions. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of hands-on injection molding experience.
• Familiarity with mold/tooling.
• Experience in the automation industry is highly preferable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, set, and optimize molding parameters for products.
• Analyze molding defects and lead root cause investigations.
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen initiatives to enhance performance.

Skills

Injection molding

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Quality assurance

Lean manufacturing

Education

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Molding machines

Job description

Company Background

Our client is a leading manufacturer of automotive appliances, specializing in the production of high-quality vehicle components and systems. The company serves both local and international markets, providing reliable products to support the automotive industry's supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

1. Process Development & Optimization
   • Develop, set, and optimize molding parameters for new and existing products.
   • Conduct mold trials, process validations, and capability studies.
   • Improve cycle time, material efficiency, and overall process stability.
   • Implement DOE (Design of Experiments) for process improvement.
2. Tooling & Equipment Management
   • Collaborate and take part in mold design, modification, and preventive maintenance.
   • Support mold qualification, sample runs, and tooling approval.
3. Troubleshooting & Technical Support
   • Analyze molding defects and lead root cause investigations.
   • Provide daily technical support to production teams and resolve process issues.
4. Quality Assurance
   • Ensure molded parts meet dimensional, cosmetic, and functional specifications.
   • Work with QA teams and prepare necessary documentation: process sheets, WI (work instructions), and validation reports.
5. New Product Introduction (NPI)
   • Participate in design reviews for new molds, parts, and materials.
   • Coordinate sample submissions and pilot builds.
6. Continuous Improvement
   • Drive Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen initiatives to enhance performance.
   • Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, downtime, and operating costs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 2-5 years of hands-on injection molding experience.
• Familiarity with mold/tooling; experience in automation industry is highly preferable.
• Knowledge of molding machines.