Tooling & Engineering Manager

Connexion Systems + Engineering; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Dispensing is seeking an experienced Tooling & Engineering Manager to oversee engineering operations, tooling, and technical departments. This role manages new product development, tooling initiatives, and engineering projects including capital investments, scheduling, cost analysis, and quotes.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in injection molding, tool design, automation, and engineering leadership, with the ability to improve manufacturing processes, product quality, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years in injection molding and tool design.
• Experience managing technical departments including tool rooms and automation.
• Proficiency in CAD and 3D simulation tools.
• Strong leadership and management experience overseeing technical teams.
• Experience with product development, tooling, process improvements, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee new product development and product/process improvement projects, including capital expenditures, project schedules, product economics, and quotations for the sales team.
• Lead and execute product, process, and quality improvement initiatives in alignment with engineering department and company goals.
• Conduct and participate in product design, mold design, automation design, and project readiness reviews to ensure product and operational objectives are met.
• Oversee engineering and tool room operations, ensuring efficient workflows, quality standards, and project completion.
• Provide leadership, development, guidance, and direction to managers, supervisors, and personnel across technical departments.
• Assign work, monitor employee performance and project progress, evaluate quality of work, and coordinate training and development activities.
• Administer company policies and procedures related to safety, attendance, employee discipline, and overall departmental operations.
• Collaborate with internal departments, customers, and vendors to support engineering projects and business objectives.
• Assist in resolving internal and external customer complaints, including technical and product quality concerns.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, tooling performance, automation, and overall operational efficiency.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed based on business needs and technical expertise.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Injection molding

Tool design

Automation

CAD

3D simulation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

3D simulation tools

Job description

Job Title: Tooling & Engineering Manager

Pay Rate: $120K BOE

Location: Smithfield, RI

Duration: Permanent

Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Must-Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in injection molding and tool design.
• Experience managing technical departments, including tool rooms and automation.
• Proficiency in engineering software, including CAD and 3D simulation tools.
• Strong leadership and management experience overseeing technical teams, managers, and supervisors.
• Experience with product development, tooling, process improvements, and project management.

Job Summary

Silgan Dispensing is seeking an experienced Tooling & Engineering Manager to oversee engineering operations, tooling, and technical departments. This position will be responsible for managing new product development, product and process improvement initiatives, and engineering projects, including capital investments, scheduling, cost analysis, and product quotations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in injection molding, tool design, automation, and engineering leadership, with the ability to drive operational efficiency, product quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage new product development and product/process improvement projects, including capital expenditures, project schedules, product economics, and quotations for the sales team.
• Lead and execute product, process, and quality improvement initiatives in alignment with engineering department and company goals.
• Conduct and participate in product design, mold design, automation design, and project readiness reviews to ensure product and operational objectives are met.
• Oversee engineering and tool room operations, ensuring efficient workflows, quality standards, and project completion.
• Provide leadership, development, guidance, and direction to managers, supervisors, and personnel across technical departments.
• Assign work, monitor employee performance and project progress, evaluate quality of work, and coordinate training and development activities.
• Administer company policies and procedures related to safety, attendance, employee discipline, and overall departmental operations.
• Collaborate with internal departments, customers, and vendors to support engineering projects and business objectives.
• Assist in resolving internal and external customer complaints, including technical and product quality concerns.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, tooling performance, automation, and overall operational efficiency.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed based on business needs and technical expertise.