Plastics Project Engineer

OK International; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Con­

Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

OK International seeks a Senior Plastics Project Engineer to drive long-term supplier development, tool life-cycle management, and risk mitigation for critical injection molded components. You will lead complex tool-qualification projects from concept to production, aligning supplier capabilities with growth and cost-saving goals.

You will establish governance standards, optimize tooling portfolios, and guide cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure supply chain resilience, robust

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in injection molding process, tooling development, project management and cost savings in lean manufacturing.
• Experience qualifying tooling during molding processes.
• Experience with multi-cavity hot runner/cold runner tooling (100-400 ton machines).

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a 3-year plastics tooling roadmap for global supply resilience.
• Lead CapEx justifications and ROI models for tooling investments.
• Manage tooling transfers and relocations across sites.
• Direct qualification lifecycle for new suppliers and materials.
• Standardize supplier governance and quality alignment.

Skills

Injection molding

Tooling development

Project management

Cost savings

Lean manufacturing

Education

BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering

BA/BS in Chemical Engineering

BA/BS in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Hot runner tooling

Cold runner tooling

CapEx ROI modeling

Job description

OK International is a global manufacturer of electronic benchtop tools and precision dispensing solutions worldwide. We have two major product lines: Metcal electronics bench tool solutions and Techcon dispensing Systems.We have facilities in Cypress California (US), Chandlers Ford (UK) and Shenzhen (China) supporting our customers worldwide. The OK International Team is dedicated at putting customers first, having an entrepreneurship mindset, innovative culture, cultivating relationships and never compromising on integrity. Welcome to our team!OK International is part of the Dover Engineered Products segment of the Dover Corporation. Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under \"DOV.\"Job Summary:Senior Plastics Project Engineer drives long-term supplier development, Tool life-cycle management, and risk mitigation strategies for critical plastic injection molded components. This role leads complex tool-qualification projects from concept to production, aligning supplier capabilities with organizational growth and cost-saving initiatives. By establishing governance standards and optimizing tooling portfolios, the engineer guides cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure total supply chain resilience, robust quality systems, and seamless new product introductionsJob DutiesStrategic Leadership & CapEx ManagementArchitect Multi-Year Strategies : Define and execute a 3 year plastics tooling roadmap to ensure long-term global supply chain resilience, capability scaling, and technological optimization.Lead CapEx Lifecycle : Formulate comprehensive capital expenditure (CapEx) justifications, financial ROI models, and business cases to secure senior management approval for critical tooling and equipment investments.Drive Cost Optimization : Program-manage strategic cost-saving initiatives, process standardizations, and best practices across the global supplier network to achieve multi-year productivity and margin targets.Tooling Project Management & ExecutionOrchestrate Tooling Transfers : Lead end-to-end project management for complex product line relocations, tool transfers, and equipment deployments across internal and external manufacturing sites.Govern NPI Pipelines : Direct the qualification lifecycle for strategic new suppliers and advanced alternate materials, aligning milestones with long-term product launch schedules.Standardize Supplier Governance : Design and implement unified supplier inspection frameworks and quality alignment methodologies between strategic partners and internal quality systems.Supplier Development & Advanced EngineeringCultivate Strategic Partnerships : Establish and scale high-level alliances with key global injection molding suppliers to embed a shared culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.Enforce Ecosystem Quality : Oversee systemic supplier risk mitigation, leading high-impact root cause analyses and corrective action frameworks for Tier-1 injection molding issues.Performs other duties as assignedWork Experience Requirements5+ years of experience in injection molding process, tooling development, project management and cost savings strategies in a lean manufacturing environment.Direct involvement in qualifying tooling during the molding processesExperience working with multi-cavity hot runner/cold runner tooling operating in 100 - 400 ton plastic injection molding machines.Skills RequiredEducation RequirementsBA/BS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical or Industrial EngineeringPay Range: USD 100000 - 120000 AnnuallyThis position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.Benefits: Benefits For This Position Include: A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions; Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance; Wellness Programs; Health Savings Account, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Company Paid Short-Term Disability And Long-Term Disability; Company Paid Employee Basic Life And Ad&D Insurance; Supplemental Employee And Dependent Life Insurance; Optional Accident, Hospital Indemnity And Critical Illness Insurance; Adoption, Surrogacy, And Fertility Benefits And Assistance; Commuter Benefits; Parental, Military, Jury Duty, And Bereavement Leaves Of Absence; Paid Time Off, Including 10 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year, 120 Paid Vacation Days For Salaried Positions And 80 Paid Vacation Days For Hourly Positions Annually, 40 Paid Sick Leave Hours Frontloaded Annually On January 1St Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Business Travel Services; Employee Discounts; And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services. Eligibility For Benefits Is Governed By Applicable Plan Documents And Policies.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Dover Corporation and our affiliated operating companies want to alert applicants to internet job posting fraud, where parties posing as Dover employees, recruiters, or other agents, try to engage with online candidates in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. We do not endorse or engage in any recruitment practices that involve payment or personal information outside of our official application and hiring process. 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