Lead Injection Molding Technician: Advanced Diagnostics

the LEGO Group; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Bonus

Headspace app access

Colleague Discount

Insurance

Family Care Leave

Job summary

The LEGO Group in Richmond, VA is seeking a senior Injection Molding Diagnostics expert to lead advanced problem solving and root‑cause investigations. You will diagnose multi‑system manufacturing issues, analyze process data, and coordinate Engineering, Maintenance and Quality resources to implement durable corrective actions.

Applying scientific molding, DOE, and process capability studies, you will optimize cycle time, scrap, uptime, and OEE while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in a related field.
• Advanced training in scientific molding is preferred.
• Experience with DOE and optimization methods is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding processes and controls is required.
• Leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced root cause investigations and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Analyze process data, alarms, trends to identify failure modes.
• Develop evidence-based corrective actions and verify effectiveness.
• Translate findings into actionable recommendations and standards.
• Support manufacturing readiness and process qualification activities.

Skills

Technical molding knowledge

Analytical diagnostics

Molding studies & validation

Controls & automation knowledge

Technical leadership

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma

Technical training in plastics / injection molding

Advanced Scientific Molding training

Industrial controls / PLC / robotics training

Bachelor's degree not required

Tools

PLC/HMI diagnostics

Mold documentation & schematics

Job description

The LEGO Group in Richmond, VA is seeking a senior Injection Molding Diagnostics expert to lead advanced problem solving and root‑cause investigations. You will diagnose multi‑system manufacturing issues, analyze process data, and coordinate Engineering, Maintenance and Quality resources to implement durable corrective actions.

Applying scientific molding, DOE, and process capability studies, you will optimize cycle time, scrap, uptime, and OEE while maintaining safety and quality standards.