R&D Assistant Manager / Senior Engineer/ Engineer (CAD/CAM)

GC PACKAGING SDN. BHD.; Kulai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GC PACKAGING SDN BHD in Malaysia seeks an Engineering Manager to lead R&D activities for plastic packaging, focusing on thermoforming and moulding.

You will design moulds/tools, oversee tooling development, coordinate CNC processes, and collaborate with production to transfer innovations to mass manufacturing, while driving quality and efficiency.

This role requires a degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering, strong CAD CAM skills, CNC knowledge, and proven leadership in product development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Strong experience in plastic packaging / thermoforming industry.
• Proficiency in CAD CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, NX).
• Knowledge of CNC machining and tooling design.
• Experience in project management and product development lifecycle.
• Leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage R&D activities related to plastic packaging, especially thermoforming and moulding.
• Design and develop moulds/tools based on customer specs and product requirements.
• Oversee tooling development: concept design, fabrication, testing and improvements.
• Coordinate CNC machining processes for mould manufacturing (milling, turning).
• Collaborate with designers and production to transfer from R&D to mass manufacturing.
• Conduct product development trials, troubleshooting and validation for quality and performance.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality through process optimization.
• Manage project timelines, costs and documentation for new product development.
• Lead, mentor and develop the R&D team.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

CNC machining

Problem-solving

Team mentoring

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

NX

Job description

Lead and manage R&D activities related to plastic packaging products, especially in thermoforming and moulding processes.

Design and develop moulds/tools based on customer specifications, drawings, and product requirements.

Oversee tooling development, including concept design, fabrication, testing, and improvement.

Coordinate and optimize CNC machining processes for mould manufacturing (milling, turning, etc.).

Work closely with designer, production to understand requirements and provide technical solutions and design improvements.

Conduct product development trials, troubleshooting, and validation to ensure quality and performance.

Collaborate with production teams to ensure smooth transfer from R&D to mass manufacturing.

Improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce defects, and enhance product quality through process optimization.

Manage project timelines, costs, and documentation for new product development.

Lead, mentor, and develop the R&D team.

Technical Scope

Plastic thermoforming processes.

Mould design (vacuum forming, pressure forming, etc.)

Tooling fabrication and maintenance.

CNC programming and machining knowledge.

Material selection (PET, PP, etc.) for packaging applications.

Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.

Strong experience in plastic packaging / thermoforming industry.

Proficiency in CAD CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, NX, etc.).

Knowledge of CNC machining and tooling design.

Experience in project management and product development lifecycle.

Leadership and problem-solving skills.

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GC PACKAGING SDN BHD was established in the year 2022. The company started with manufacturing of thermal forming related plastic products such as plastic tray and plastic roll

OUR PRODUCTS

APET tray for food

OPS tray for food

PP tray for food

PP tray for electronic

Plastic roll for thermal forming manufacturing

OUR OBJECTIVES

To provide affordable quality plastic products

To be a reliable supplier to a wide range of clients by providing fast and efficient delivery services in different areas within Malaysia and Singapore

GC PACKAGING SDN BHD was established in the year 2022. The company started with manufacturing of thermal forming related plastic products such as plastic tray and plastic roll

OUR PRODUCTS

APET tray for food

OPS tray for food

PP tray for food

PP tray for electronic

Plastic roll for thermal forming manufacturing

OUR OBJECTIVES

To provide affordable quality plastic products

To be a reliable supplier to a wide range of clients by providing fast and efficient delivery services in different areas within Malaysia and Singapore

Registration No. 202101045387 (1445687-H)

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