Tooling Engineer Lead
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Position Title: Tooling Engineer Lead
Location: Winchester, KY (Onsite)
Experience level: Mid-senior
Experience required: 15+ years in the injection molding industry, with 10+ years in a supervisory/management role
Education level: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
Job function: Engineering
Compensation: To be discussed during the interview process.
Industry: Environmental Services
Total positions available: 1
Relocation assistance: Yes
Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
Skills: Tooling Engineer, Injection Molding, Tool Design, Project Management, Mold Design, 3D Modeling, Moldflow, Metal & Plastics Manufacturing, MS Office
Position Overview:
Our client is looking for a self-driven Tooling Engineer Lead with a strong background in mold design and plastic forming technologies. This role involves overseeing the mold development, procurement, and validation processes while leveraging innovative technologies to optimize mold production and maintenance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement tooling strategies to support production.
- Manage new tool construction projects and the tooling repair department.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to design, develop, and implement efficient tooling systems.
- Ensure the documentation and performance tracking for all tooling processes.
- Research and recommend new technologies for mold repair, maintenance, and construction.
- Collaborate with vendors and ensure mold quality and reliability.
- Assist in continuous improvement projects and process optimization.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience in the injection molding industry with a focus on tool design.
- 10+ years in supervisory and management roles.
- Direct experience in mold design and construction is required.
- Proficient in 3D modeling software and the ability to interpret Moldflow analyses.
- Experience with cold and hot runner manifold systems.
- Knowledge of various mold materials, metals, and plastic manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Personal Attributes:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive approach.
- Comfortable with frequent travel (up to 10-15%).
Why Join Us:
Be part of a forward-thinking team in the environmental services industry, where you will drive innovative mold design and production strategies. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive health benefits, 401(K) matching, and opportunities for professional growth and development through training programs and tuition reimbursement.