Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Plastics

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Newburg (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc. is looking for a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for Plastics in Newburg, Kentucky. This role leads injection mold tooling projects, providing technical guidance and project management while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in injection molding processes. The position requires effective collaboration and organizational skills while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in injection molding or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with injection molding equipment and resin delivery systems.
• Project Management experience in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance for injection molding processes.
• Lead and manage multiple simultaneous projects.
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of molds and equipment.

Skills

Injection molding

Project Management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Moldflow/Moldex CAE

CAD software

Job description

Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics

The Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) for Plastics leads injection mold tooling and processing projects, providing technical guidance, project management, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver molds and equipment for GE Appliances manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical COE guidance for all processes, cross‑functional team meetings, and design reviews for injection molds, injection molding presses, and associated automation equipment.
• Support the GE Appliances Business Change Request (BCR) process.
• Lead and manage multiple simultaneous projects.
• Develop technical specifications to ensure accurate and timely delivery of associated molds/equipment.
• Ensure Equipment Qualification projects are accurately created in Oracle Agile and maintain project status updates.
• Manage and report on capital spending, project timelines, delivery status, and other KPI related aspects of each project.
• Maintain certified Lock Out (LOTO) status for safe equipment operation.
• Lead supplier Risk Assessment review and EHS approvals of all applicable equipment.
• Provide guidance on part dimensional and tolerance requirements to achieve Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Collaborate with Cross‑functional teams and Plastics CAE experts to resolve part design or equipment requirement issues.
• Lead the RFQ process for quotes, summarize and recommend suppliers to achieve low cost, on‑time results.
• Track supplier delivery and provide accountability to avoid timeline delays.
• Communicate within the COE team to ensure smooth plant implementation of molds and equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple levels of the organization to promote operational success and continuous improvement.
• High energy, initiative, and motivation to contribute to a team‑oriented environment.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage simultaneous projects and tasks efficiently.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and follow‑through on initiatives.
• 5+ years of experience in injection molding or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with injection molding equipment, resin delivery systems, robotic part load/unload systems, and injection mold troubleshooting.
• Equipment procurement experience (quoting, sourcing, implementation).
• Project Management experience in a cross‑functional manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree (plastics, mechanical, manufacturing engineering, industrial, or electrical).
• Hands‑on experience in injection molding part/mold design, molding machines, and/or automated equipment operations.
• Moldflow/Moldex CAE working knowledge and CAD experience.
• RJG injection molding knowledge.
• Sepro and/or Fanuc Robotics experience.

Working Conditions

Normal requirements for both office and manufacturing environments. Tasks may involve lifting materials and products up to 25 pounds, the use of safety equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, work shoes/boots), occasional weekend and/or evening work, walking and standing for extended periods, and use of stairs, cross‑overs, and ladders. Up to 30% travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E‑Verify.