Manufacturing Engineering – MV

Richards Manufacturing Company; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Richards Manufacturing Company seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to support rubber injection molding operations for medium voltage electrical products. The role collaborates closely with quality, tooling, and operations teams on the production floor to ensure process consistency and high reliability.

The engineer will conduct process capability studies, develop control plans, and participate in NPI and CAPA activities, reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Irvington, NJ.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Materials, Polymer, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Understanding of polymer/elastomer processing principles is a plus (rubber injection, compression, transfer molding).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality system and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve process defects using structured problem-solving methods (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Conduct process capability studies (Cpk) and implement improvements to reduce variation.
• Develop and maintain process control plans, inspection criteria, and acceptance standards for molded components.
• Collaborate with Quality toInvestigate non-conformances and execute CAPA actions.
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) and process qualification activities.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Develop and maintain tolerance limits for molded items and best-worst sample system.
• Manage test runs of rubber, components, or new product designs on molding floor and production implementation.
• Interface with materials engineering and chemist on new compound evaluation.
• Interface with tooling engineer for tooling repair and implementation.
• Participate in mold design meetings to identify issues/considerations.

Skills

Strong analytical

Hands-on on production floor

Process improvement

Written communication

Education

BS degree in Mechanical, Materials, Polymer, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel

GDT/Dimensional measurement tools

Job description

About Richards

Manufacturing Engineering – MV

Richards Manufacturing Company is a producer of electrical and gas distribution equipment for utility and commercial/industrial markets. For over 70 years Richards has served the industry with quality, dependability, and outstanding customer service. With humble beginnings as a family owned and operated business—originally entering the market as a producer of a single style of underground connector—Richards has evolved to offer a wide selection of products across several product lines. Our offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Irvington, NJ—approximately 14 miles west of New York City.

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer to support our rubber injection molding operations for medium voltage electrical products. This role is central to producing high-reliability components used in power distribution applications, where process consistency and quality are non-negotiable. You’ll work on the production floor and in close collaboration with quality, tooling, and operations teams.

Location

Onsite, Richards Manufacturing Facility (Irvington, NJ)

Reports to

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve process defects (voids, flash, short shots, cure inconsistencies) using structured problem-solving methods (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone)
• Conduct process capability studies (Cpk) and implement improvements to reduce variation
• Develop and maintain process control plans, inspection criteria, and acceptance standards for molded components
• Collaborate with Quality to investigate non-conformances and execute corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) and process qualification activities
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and customer-specific quality requirements
• Develop and maintain acceptable tolerance limits for molded items both internally and at Chardon, including best-worst sample system.
• Manage test runs of rubber, components, or new product designs on molding floor and production implementation.
• Interface with materials engineering and chemist in the evaluation of new compound
• Interface with tooling engineer as necessary for tooling repair, implementation, etc.
• Take part in mold design meetings to help identify issues/considerations.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Materials, Polymer, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Understanding of polymer/elastomer processing principles (rubber injection, compression, or transfer molding a plus)
• Exposure to ISO 9001 or similar quality system
• Proficiency with engineering drawings, GD&T, and measurement tools
• Familiarity with SPC tools or statistical software (Minitab, Excel, etc.)

Special Skills

• Strong analytical and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with hands‑on involvement on the production floor
• Knowledge of medium voltage electrical products or related industries a plus