NPI Manufacturing Engineer — Polymer Components

Torrey Holistics; Port Washington (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Molded Dimensions Group is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, analyze production data, and support ERP-driven manufacturing improvements. You will collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations to launch new products and optimize processes.

The role requires 2–3 years in manufacturing, a relevant engineering degree, and strong problem-solving skills. Collaborative, cross-functional work and a focus on safety and quality are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Working knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Champion process improvements to raise efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality.
• Lead or support Lean/Six Sigma efforts and cost-reduction projects.
• Mine production data to uncover trends, root causes, and opportunities.
• Author and update standard work and process documentation.
• Provide daily engineering support to production; troubleshoot and close CAPAs.
• Execute capability studies, equipment validations, and cycle-time improvements.
• Partner across engineering, quality, and operations to launch new products.
• Drive process design, tooling development, and manufacturing feasibility.
• Support PPAPs, first article inspections, and production trials for seamless launches.
• Use IQMS (preferred) or similar ERP to manage BOMs, routings, inventory, and KPIs.
• Strengthen ERP/MES data integrity and enable smarter decision‑making.
• Engage in plant initiatives; uphold safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Contribute to capital projects—from equipment specs to installation and validation.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Troubleshooting

Project management

IQMS ERP

Data analysis

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

IQMS

Job description

Ready to Turn Great Designs into Great Products?

What You’ll Do

• Champion process improvements that raise efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality.
• Lead or support Lean/Six Sigma efforts and cost-reduction projects.
• Mine production data to uncover trends, root causes, and opportunities.
• Author and update standard work and process documentation.
• Provide daily engineering support to production; troubleshoot and close CAPAs.
• Execute capability studies, equipment validations, and cycle-time improvements.
• Partner across engineering, quality, and operations to launch new products.
• Drive process design, tooling development, and manufacturing feasibility.
• Support PPAPs, first article inspections, and production trials for seamless launches.
• Use IQMS (preferred) or similar ERP to manage BOMs, routings, inventory, and KPIs.
• Strengthen ERP/MES data integrity and enable smarter decision‑making.
• Engage in plant initiatives; uphold safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Contribute to capital projects—from equipment specs to installation and validation.

Reporting line: Director of Engineering. You’ll collaborate closely with operations, quality, engineering, and production teams—as well as suppliers and customers.

You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 2–3 years of hands‑on manufacturing experience.
• Working knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with IQMS or comparable ERP platforms.
• Proven troubleshooting acumen, analytical mindset, and project management skills.
• Strong communicator who can work independently and cross-functionally.

Bonus Points

• Experience in rubber, urethane, or adjacent manufacturing.
• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt+).
• Material science familiarity; knowledge of regulatory/compliance standards.
• Comfort with statistical analysis and process control tools.

Why Molded Dimensions?

• Make a measurable impact on performance and innovation.
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team.
• Grow with a company committed to continuous improvement.
• Earn competitive pay and benefits.

Molded Dimensions Group crafts high-quality, custom-molded rubber and cast polyurethane parts for industries including transportation, marine, medical, and industrial. Our culture prizes craftsmanship, innovation, and customer focus—and we invest in people so they can do their best work.

You Should Be Proficient In

• Project Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Troubleshooting Skills
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Engineering Degree