Injection Molding Plant Manager

Atomic Industries; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company at the forefront of manufacturing technology as a Plant Manager. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the Detroit facility's operations, leading a high-performance team to achieve world-class production metrics. Your expertise in injection molding and lean manufacturing will be essential as you drive efficiency and quality while fostering a culture of safety and leadership. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of American industry, working alongside AI and software teams to redefine production processes. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, this role is for you.

Benefits

100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation bonus

401(k)

Flexible vacation policy

Early leadership equity

Qualifications

• 10+ years in high-volume injection molding and plant leadership.
• Expertise in scientific molding and cavity-pressure control.

Responsibilities

• Lead site ramp-up and equipment installation for production.
• Achieve production targets using lean methods and data analysis.

Skills

Injection Molding

Lean Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Process Control

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Advanced Degree

Tools

MES

Statistical Process Control

IoT Technology

Job description

Detroit, MI | Full-time

About Atomic Industries

Atomic Industries is building a mass production company for the 21st century, reinventing the engine of part production by teaching AI how to design and build injection molds. We combine advanced simulation, autonomous design, and vertically integrated manufacturing to accelerate the pace of the physical economy. By collapsing the time and cost to produce high-quality parts, we are transforming how goods are made at scale and laying the foundation to reindustrialize America.

The Opportunity

As Plant Manager, you will take full ownership of the Detroit facility’s P&L, people, processes, and performance. You will lead the site from initial pilot runs to 24/7 production, using advanced automation, robotics, and real-time AI analytics to achieve world-class OEE, scrap, and cycle-time performance.

Key Responsibilities

Launch & Scale

• Lead site ramp-up, including equipment installation, cell layout, utilities, and regulatory readiness
• Build and manage a high-performance team across operations, maintenance, quality, and logistics
  
  

Operational Excellence

• Deliver hourly and daily production targets across OEE, yield, uptime, and cost per shot
• Build a lean, high-efficiency culture using tools like 5S, SMED, and Six Sigma
• Partner with software teams to deploy predictive quality models and autonomous process control
  
  

Quality & Compliance

• Achieve and maintain IATF-16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific quality standards
• Own PPAP, FMEA, audit preparation, and continuous corrective-action processes
  
  

Safety, Culture & Leadership

• Create a zero-incident safety culture; ensure OSHA and MIOSHA compliance
• Develop future leaders through coaching, transparency, and metrics-driven management
  
  

Financial & Strategic

• Own site-level budget, cost reduction, and headcount planning
• Inform capital strategy, including next-generation presses, automation, and metrology
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years in high-volume injection molding, including 5+ years leading a full plant or major business unit
• Proven track record launching or scaling greenfield operations or major expansions
• Expertise in scientific molding, decoupled processes (RJG), and cavity-pressure control
• Demonstrated ability to drive results in OEE, scrap reduction, and cost using data and lean methods
• Familiarity with MES, IoT-enabled operations, and statistical process control
• Strong financial ownership, including P&L, cost modeling, and capex planning
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degrees a plus
  
  

Preferred Extras

• Experience with fully automated workcells (robots, vision, in-mold labeling, insert molding)
• Background in automotive, medical, or other highly regulated sectors
• Experience with Industry 4.0 tech like digital twins or adaptive process control
• Six Sigma Black Belt or similar certification
  
  

Why Join Atomic

• Own the Build — Play a foundational role in shaping a next-generation production facility and team
• Work on the Frontier — Collaborate directly with AI and software teams pushing the limits of autonomous manufacturing
• Get Real Equity — Early leadership equity in a fast-scaling, venture-backed company
• Do Meaningful Work — Help rebuild American industry with a culture of speed, accountability, and results
  
  

Benefits:

• 100% coverage of platinum medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
• Relocation bonus
• 401(k)
• Flexible vacation policy
  
  

It is the policy of Atomic Industries, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.