R&D Lead: CNC Tooling & Plastic Packaging

GC PACKAGING SDN. BHD.; Kulai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

GC PACKAGING SDN BHD is seeking a proactive R&D Lead to drive plastic packaging product development, including thermoforming processes and moulding technologies. You will design moulds and tooling, lead a design team, and ensure manufacturability from concept to production.

Responsibilities include CAD modelling, tooling optimization, CNC coordination, and cross-department collaboration to achieve high quality, cost-effective solutions for customers in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Strong experience in plastic packaging / thermoforming industry.
• Proficiency in CAD 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 for plastic packaging products, focusing on thermoforming and moulding processes.
• Design and develop products, moulds, and tooling based on customer specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Perform 2D/3D CAD design including product modelling, mould design, assemblies, and drawings.
• Develop and optimize mould and tooling concepts for functionality and manufacturability.
• Oversee tooling development from concept to fabrication, CNC machining, testing, and improvement.
• Coordinate CNC milling processes to achieve tooling quality and accuracy.
• Conduct product and mould trials, troubleshooting, validation, and design improvements.
• Collaborate with production, tooling, quality, and other departments to resolve issues and support new product development.
• Support transfer of new products and tooling from R&D to mass production.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Project management

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

NX

CNC programming

Job description

GC PACKAGING SDN BHD is seeking a proactive R&D Lead to drive plastic packaging product development, including thermoforming processes and moulding technologies. You will design moulds and tooling, lead a design team, and ensure manufacturability from concept to production.

Responsibilities include CAD modelling, tooling optimization, CNC coordination, and cross-department collaboration to achieve high quality, cost-effective solutions for customers in Malaysia.