Senior Injection Molding Process Engineer | Lean & Growth

MMI Engineered Solutions, Inc.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

MMI Engineered Solutions is seeking an Engineering professional with extensive experience in plastic injection molding to lead process development and optimization in Warren, MI. The role focuses on maximizing cost, quality, and throughput by establishing robust process control guidelines.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in injection molding, knowledge of Scientific Injection Molding techniques, and strong collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.

Qualifications

• Two year technical degree or comparable work experience.
• A minimum of 8 years of prior experience in an injection molding environment.
• Five years of successful plastic injection molding processing experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Scientific Injection Molding techniques.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and applications preferred.
• Ability to read measuring devices and interpret blue prints.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development and validation for all new injection molds using Scientific Injection Molding techniques.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to establish stable, repeatable, and capable manufacturing processes.
• Perform start-up, shutdown, and changeovers of injection molding machinery and auxiliary equipment.
• Conduct mold setups and pull-outs as required by production or sampling schedules.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing processes to maintain part quality and reduce scrap.
• Develop and maintain standardized process documentation (e.g., process sheets).
• Monitor process performance; identify and implement improvement opportunities.
• Lead initiatives to improve cycle time, cavitation efficiency, scrap reduction, and processing consistency.
• Provide training and support to Mold Setters, Operators, and Engineering staff on molding processes.
• Recommend mold/equipment design changes and support capital equipment projects.
• Participate in cost‑reduction initiatives and corrective action teams.
• Provide technical support for new tooling qualifications, validations, and customer trials.
• Ensure compliance with company Safety, Quality, and Productivity

Skills

Process development

Scientific Injection Molding

Lean manufacturing

Reading blueprints

MS Office

Education

Two year technical degree

Tools

Measuring devices

Job description

MMI Engineered Solutions is seeking an Engineering professional with extensive experience in plastic injection molding to lead process development and optimization in Warren, MI. The role focuses on maximizing cost, quality, and throughput by establishing robust process control guidelines.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in injection molding, knowledge of Scientific Injection Molding techniques, and strong collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.