Production Manger - Injection Molding

Applied Medical Corporation; Lake Forest, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Education reimbursement

401(k) with match

Vacation accrual

Job summary

Applied Medical Corporation in California seeks a Production Manager, Injection Molding, to lead daily injection and insert molding operations, optimize processes, and ensure quality in a regulated medical device environment.

You will manage teams, coordinate with engineering, QA, and maintenance, drive continuous improvement, monitor metrics, and maintain safety and compliant manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or related technical discipline, or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience.
• Several years of experience supporting or managing injection molding manufacturing operations within a production environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of injection molding processes, insert molding techniques, and thermoplastic material processing.
• Experience leading manufacturing teams within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot molding process issues related to tooling, materials, equipment, and cycle performance.
• Experience working with injection molding equipment, molds, automation systems, and production tooling.
• Familiarity with manufacturing performance metrics such as cycle time, scrap rates, yield, and equipment efficiency.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, maintenance, and supply chain teams.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, and operational leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with technical teams and production personnel within a fast paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations for injection molding and insert molding processes to ensure manufacturing targets, quality standards, and production schedules are met.
• Manage and support production teams responsible for molding operations, equipment setup, and process monitoring within a medical device manufacturing environment.
• Oversee injection molding equipment, tooling, and automation systems to ensure reliable and efficient production performance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, tooling engineers, and quality assurance teams to improve molding processes, resolve production challenges, and optimize process stability.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on production efficiency, scrap reduction, cycle time optimization, and process capability.
• Monitor production metrics, equipment utilization, and manufacturing performance indicators to drive operational improvements.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, manufacturing documentation, and regulatory requirements associated with medical device production.
• Coordinate with maintenance and technical teams to support preventative maintenance programs and minimize equipment downtime.

Skills

Injection molding

Team leadership

Process troubleshooting

Equipment knowledge

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing/ mechanical/ industrial engineering

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Molds and tooling

Automation systems

Job description

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.

Position Description

The Production Manager, Injection Molding leads manufacturing operations responsible for injection molding and insert molding processes that support the production of high quality medical device components at Applied Medical. The Production Manager oversees daily production activities, equipment utilization, and manufacturing teams to ensure efficient, safe, and consistent output in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in optimizing molding operations, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring production processes meet quality, regulatory, and operational standards required for medical device manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations for injection molding and insert molding processes to ensure manufacturing targets, quality standards, and production schedules are met.
• Manage and support production teams responsible for molding operations, equipment setup, and process monitoring within a medical device manufacturing environment.
• Oversee injection molding equipment, tooling, and automation systems to ensure reliable and efficient production performance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, tooling engineers, and quality assurance teams to improve molding processes, resolve production challenges, and optimize process stability.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on production efficiency, scrap reduction, cycle time optimization, and process capability.
• Monitor production metrics, equipment utilization, and manufacturing performance indicators to drive operational improvements.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, manufacturing documentation, and regulatory requirements associated with medical device production.
• Coordinate with maintenance and technical teams to support preventative maintenance programs and minimize equipment downtime.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Deliver consistent production output through stable injection molding and insert molding operations that meet quality and schedule requirements.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency through process optimization, equipment utilization improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead production teams effectively while maintaining strong communication and collaboration with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams.
• Maintain high quality manufacturing standards aligned with regulated medical device production requirements.
• Identify and resolve production challenges quickly to minimize downtime and maintain manufacturing continuity.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence within the manufacturing team.

Position Requirements

This Position Requires the Following Skills and Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience.
• Several years of experience supporting or managing injection molding manufacturing operations within a production environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of injection molding processes, insert molding techniques, and thermoplastic material processing.
• Experience leading manufacturing teams within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot molding process issues related to tooling, materials, equipment, and cycle performance.
• Experience working with injection molding equipment, molds, automation systems, and production tooling.
• Familiarity with manufacturing performance metrics such as cycle time, scrap rates, yield, and equipment efficiency.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, maintenance, and supply chain teams.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, and operational leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with technical teams and production personnel within a fast paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• Experience supporting regulated manufacturing environments such as medical device manufacturing or other quality controlled industries.
• Experience with scientific molding techniques and injection molding process optimization.
• Familiarity with manufacturing quality systems and documentation practices associated with regulated industries.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing or process optimization programs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $85000 - $95000 / year(California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On-campus wellness activities.
• Education reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.

Please note that the compensation range may be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, experience. The compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and special discretionary bonus or incentive compensation plans may apply.

Our total reward package reflects our commitment to team member growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.