Process Engineer

Guided Search Partners

Fountain Inn (SC)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An Executive Search Firm is seeking a Process Engineer for a large-scale automotive manufacturer in South Carolina. The role involves leading process optimization and troubleshooting for injection molding operations in a fast-paced plant environment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree related to engineering and experience in injection molding and automotive manufacturing. Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach are essential. This position offers significant visibility and impact within the plant operations.

Qualifications

2–5 years of injection molding experience.
At least 2 years of automotive manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of valve gate, hot runner systems, and scientific injection molding principles.

Responsibilities

Lead process optimization and troubleshooting for injection molding operations.
Develop and maintain process standards.
Support new materials/process exploration and coordination across teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Technical depth in injection molding

Effective communication

Hands-on mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Plastics, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology

Job description

Guided Search Partners (GSP)

Guided Search Partners is an Executive Search firm built on Trust, Transparency, Specialization, and Long‑term Relationships.
We connect high‑performing professionals with organizations that value people, performance, and growth—helping leaders find roles where they can make an impact and build meaningful careers.

About the Opportunity

We’re partnered with a large‑scale automotive manufacturer producing injection molded interior components for major OEM programs. This is a high‑volume, fast‑paced plant environment with significant scale, including a 1M sq ft facility, 24/6 operations, and 35+ molding presses ranging from 100–2000 tons.

This Process Engineer opening is part of a broader hiring need, with multiple openings across shifts due to recent resignations. The team is looking to add hands‑on engineering talent quickly, and this role offers strong visibility across production, tooling, and process performance.

This is a great fit for someone who enjoys being on the floor, solving processing issues in real time, and working closely with technicians, mold setters, and tooling to improve performance.

What You’ll Do

You’ll lead process optimization and troubleshooting for injection molding operations, helping ensure parts are produced safely, consistently, and to customer expectations.

The role includes developing and maintaining process standards, resolving technical processing issues, and tightening process ranges for quality and reliability.

You’ll work closely with technicians, mold setters, and the tool shop to improve uptime, support tool repairs, and drive process improvements.

This position also supports new materials/process exploration, documentation, cost reduction efforts, and day‑to‑day coordination across production and technical teams.

Who You Are

You’re a hands‑on process engineer who is comfortable on the plant floor and confident solving molding challenges in real time.

You bring strong troubleshooting skills, technical depth in injection molding, and the ability to work across teams without losing momentum.

You’re someone who can lead with urgency, communicate clearly, and help build consistency in a demanding manufacturing environment.

Preferred Experience & Attributes

Bachelor’s degree in Plastics, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or similar (equivalent experience considered)
2–5 years of injection molding experience
At least 2 years of automotive manufacturing experience
Experience with troubleshooting and root cause problem solving
Knowledge of valve gate, hot runner systems, and scientific injection molding principles
Hands‑on mindset with the ability to solve daily production/process challenges
Ability and willingness to travel to customer sites/industrial environments as needed
RJG Master Molder I / II training preferred
Problem‑solving training preferred

Why This Role Matters

This role is critical to stabilizing and improving processing performance in a large, high‑output automotive plant. You’ll have direct impact on quality, uptime, and day‑to‑day execution while working closely with the teams that keep production moving.

It’s also a strong opportunity for someone who wants visibility and influence in a plant environment with real scale, complex molding operations, and urgent business need.

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