Injection Molding Specialist

Actalent; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Stock ownership plan

Job summary

Actalent in Madison, AL seeks an Injection Molding Specialist to develop, validate, and optimize molding processes for rugged powersports components. You will coordinate mold trials, troubleshoot issues, and drive repeatable, high-quality manufacturing across cross-functional teams including operations, tooling, and design engineering.

Requires 3+ years in manufacturing engineering, hands-on molding experience, and strong problem-solving and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in production/industrial setting.
• Experience leading engineering or technical manufacturing employees.
• Experience conducting labor studies and establishing manufacturing standards and layouts.
• Knowledge of molding processes, tooling, fixturing, and equipment support.
• Hands-on experience with injection molding and process engineering for molded components.
• Strong written and verbal communication across functions.
• Proficiency with PC-based documentation, analysis, and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimize injection molding processes to meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes, work instructions, and SOPs for molding operations.
• Conduct labor studies to establish labor standards and workstation layouts.
• Identify productivity, quality, and cost improvement opportunities across molding and assembly areas.
• Define tooling/fixturing needs and coordinate with suppliers for new molds and fixtures.
• Lead mold trials, process validation, and ramp-up for new or modified components.
• Provide guidance to engineering/technical manufacturing staff and support development.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Labor standards

Injection molding

Process engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation tools

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Process data analysis tools

Job description

Job Title: Injection Molding SpecialistJob Description

The Injection Molding Specialist develops, validates, and optimizes injection molding processes for powersports components, ensuring they meet durability, safety, quality, cost, and delivery requirements. In this role, you support new product introductions and ongoing production by coordinating mold trials, troubleshooting molding issues, and establishing repeatable, highquality manufacturing processes. You work closely with operations, tooling, design engineering, and suppliers to improve manufacturability, part performance, and process capability across rugged, mixedvolume production environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and optimize injection molding and related manufacturing processes to meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule requirements.

• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures for injection molding operations.

• Conduct direct labor studies using accepted engineering practices to establish labor standards, workstation layouts, and setup methods.

• Analyze current manufacturing methods and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, material flow, and cost efficiency in molding and assembly areas.

• Define tooling and fixturing requirements and collaborate with tooling designers and suppliers to develop or procure new molds, tooling, and fixtures.

• Identify areas of unnecessary cost and research methods for cost reduction, work cell optimization, and improved utilization of molding equipment.

• Assist in the development, evaluation, and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment and injection molding processes to ensure stable, repeatable production.

• Review product and process designs and provide recommendations to improve manufacturability, part performance, quality, and overall cost.

• Develop capital equipment justifications and provide recommendations for capital expenditures related to molding presses, auxiliary equipment, and tooling.

• Support budgeting activities and evaluate make-versus-buy decisions for new and existing products, considering process capability and cost.

• Coordinate and lead mold trials, process validation activities, and production ramp-up for new or modified injection molded components.

• Collaborate with operations, design engineering, tooling, and suppliers to resolve molding issues and drive continuous improvement in process capability.

• Provide technical guidance and leadership to engineering or technical manufacturing employees, including setting expectations, coaching performance, and supporting development.

• Use PC-based tools to analyze process data, prepare documentation, and generate reports that support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production or industrial environment.

• Experience leading and managing engineering or technical manufacturing employees, including setting expectations, coaching performance, and supporting development.

• Experience conducting labor studies and establishing manufacturing standards and workstation layouts.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, fixturing, and equipment support related to injection molding and general production.

• Hands-on experience with injection molding and process engineering for molded components.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively across functions and levels.

• Proficiency with PC-based tools used for documentation, analysis, and reporting.

• Demonstrated technical and functional expertise, applying professional knowledge to perform the role effectively and stay current in the field.

• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.

• Collaborative working style, with the ability to contribute to shared goals and respect diverse perspectives.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced injection molding training such as specialized certifications or courses is a plus.

• Certification in injection molding (for example, industry-recognized programs) preferred but not required.

• Experience in rugged, mixed-volume production environments supporting powersports or similar durable goods is beneficial.

• Background in developing capital equipment justifications and participating in make‑versus‑buy analyses for manufacturing operations.

• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and cost reduction initiatives in manufacturing settings.

Work Environment

This role operates within a dynamic manufacturing environment focused on powersports products that enable people to enjoy the outdoors. The product portfolio includes side‑by‑side off‑road vehicles, all‑terrain vehicles, military and commercial off‑road vehicles, snowmobiles, moto‑roadsters, electric vehicles, and pontoon and deck boats, along with a robust range of parts, garments, and accessories that enhance the riding experience. You work closely with cross‑functional teams in operations, engineering, tooling, and supply chain, using modern manufacturing equipment and PC‑based tools for documentation, analysis, and reporting. The culture emphasizes employee ownership, pay‑for‑performance, and long‑term financial wellbeing, supported by profit‑sharing programs, an employee stock ownership plan, discounted stock purchase opportunities, and generous 401(k) matching with financial wellness education and consultation. Employees have access to comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, paid time off, gym and personal training reimbursement, and life and disability benefits. The organization actively supports community involvement through paid volunteer time off, encouraging employees to contribute their time and talents to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities where they live, play, and work. Dress code is typical for a professional manufacturing and engineering setting, with appropriate attire and safety considerations when working on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Medical Dental Vision available

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,AL.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News‑Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employee and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.