Injection Molding Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Injection Molding Manager to lead our molding operations, drive production excellence, and develop a highperforming team. This role requires a blend of hands-on technical expertise and strong leadership capabilities. The ideal candidate is proactive, quality-focused, and passionate about building a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Oversee daily injection molding operations to ensure consistent, high-quality output.


• Set up, troubleshoot, and optimize injection molding machines, tooling, molds, and auxiliary equipment.


• Implement and maintain process parameters to ensure repeatable, stable production.


• Lead root-cause analysis for defects, scrap, downtime, and cycle variations.


• Ensure timely coordination of mold changes, maintenance, and repairs.


• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on new mold trials, validation, and production launches.


• Monitor machine performance, process capability, and production analytics.

People & Team Leadership

• Supervise, mentor, and develop molding technicians, operators, and shift leads.


• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and safety.


• Create and manage staffing schedules, training plans, and performance evaluations.


• Provide hands-on coaching to improve technical competency and problem-solving skills.


• Drive cross-functional communication between production, quality, and maintenance teams.

Operational & Continuous Improvement

• Lead initiatives targeting waste reduction, cycle time optimization, and overall equipment efficiency.


• Ensure compliance with quality systems and safety regulations.


• Maintain accurate documentation, production reports, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).


• Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and process-improvement methodologies.


• Support cost-reduction efforts without compromising quality or safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in injection molding operations; 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.


• Strong knowledge of mold setup, process troubleshooting, thermoplastics, and molding principles.


• Experience with automation, robots, and auxiliary systems (dryers, chillers, conveyors, etc.).


• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop manufacturing teams.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Familiarity with Lean/CI tools and structured problemsolving.


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to coach and influence at all levels.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.


• Background in high-volume industries.

Why Join Spartek?

You will have the opportunity to be part of our growth story, backed by a respected manufacturing brand and a leadership team committed to innovation and market expansion.