Senior Moulding Engineeer

Medtronic; Kulim; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP)

Job summary

Medtronic Malaysia Operations is seeking a Senior Molding Engineer to establish robust injection molding processes and deliver ongoing technical support for high-quality production. The role emphasizes process setup, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement to meet regulatory and quality standards.

The ideal candidate should have a 7+ year engineering background, strong English and Malay communication skills, and readiness to travel internationally as needed.

Qualifications

• Proficient English and Malay communication both written and spoken.
• Bachelor level engineering degree with 7+ years in manufacturing/engineering.
• Willingness to travel internationally for extended periods (2–6 months) as required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and validate injection molding processes for products, optimizing cycle times and quality.
• Perform IQ/OQ/PQ validations and ensure FDA and ISO 13485 compliance.
• Provide hands-on technical support to sustain continuous production and troubleshoot issues.
• Monitor molding operations and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve non-conformances and document procedures.
• Train production staff on molding practices and process standards.

Skills

English

Malay

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact. A Day in the Life A career at Medtronic is like no other. We’re purposeful. We’re committed. And we’re driven by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health and extend life—a commitment that provides life-transforming technologies that treat more than 70 health conditions across cardiovascular, neuroscience, and surgical care. In 2025 our products and therapies treated more than 75M people — that’s two people every second of every hour, of every day. Together, we can change healthcare worldwide which is why we’re embarking on a new venture in Malaysia and want you to be a part the next generation of life-changing medical technology to patients worldwide by being a part of our next chapter of innovation in Malaysia. Medtronic is intensely focused on creating a workplace environment which reflects our standing as the world’s top medical device company. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the patients we serve and an unrelenting commitment to our new venture in Malaysia.

The Senior Molding Engineer is responsible for establishing robust injection molding processes and providing ongoing technical support to ensure continuous, high-quality production. This role focuses on process setup, troubleshooting, and optimization while driving efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and validate injection molding processes for new and existing products, ensuring optimal cycle times and quality.
• Perform process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and maintain compliance with FDA and ISO 13485 requirements.
• Provide hands‑on technical support for continuous production, including troubleshooting equipment, material, and process issues.
• Monitor molding operations to maintain consistent performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve non‑conformances and improve process reliability.
• Develop and maintain detailed process documentation, including setup sheets, validation protocols, and work instructions.
• Apply scientific molding principles and statistical process control (SPC) to optimize process parameters.
• Train and mentor production personnel on molding best practices and process standards.
• Partner with tooling engineers and suppliers to address mold performance issues and implement improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, improve cycle times, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations in all molding operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and validate injection molding processes for new and existing products, ensuring optimal cycle times, quality, and safety.
• Perform process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and maintain compliance with FDA and ISO 13485 requirements.
• Provide hands‑on technical support for continuous production, including troubleshooting equipment, material, and process issues.
• Monitor molding operations to maintain consistent performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve non‑conformances and improve process reliability.
• Develop and maintain detailed process documentation, including setup sheets, validation protocols, and work instructions.
• Apply scientific molding principles and statistical process control (SPC) to optimize process parameters.
• Train and mentor production personnel on molding best practices and process standards.
• Partner with tooling engineers and suppliers to address mold performance issues and implement improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, improve cycle times, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations in all molding operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong written and verbal proficiency in English and Malay.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally for extended periods, typically ranging from 2 to 6 months or longer, depending on on‑the‑job training needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial or Electromechanical Engineering degree
• Experience in mold design and maintenance
• Six Sigma & Lean Manufacturing
• Experience with vertical injection molding machine

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare setting is considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.

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