Manufacturing Engineering Leader – Plastics & Automation

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc.

Anderson (SC)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 180,000

Full time

45 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Paid time off (20 days)

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401(k) retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc. seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager for its Anderson, South Carolina facility.

You will lead manufacturing engineering, process engineering, tooling, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production and introduce advanced manufacturing technologies. You will manage capital projects, drive efficiency, coach engineering personnel, and partner with Quality and Maintenance to deliver tangible operational gains in a

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field is preferred.
7+ years in progressive manufacturing engineering with leadership experience.
Experience in plastics manufacturing, blow-molding/injection-molding.
Leadership in automotive manufacturing environments is desirable.
Proven track record in budgets, projects, and cost reductions.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership across Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Tooling, Automation, and Continuous Improvement.
Lead development and optimization of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production technologies.
Drive process improvements to boost productivity, reduce cycle times, and cut scrap.
Lead capital investment projects from specification to production validation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve OEE and equipment reliability.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and environmental/safety standards.