Thermoforming Engineering Manager

Job Posting

This job was posted by Kansas Works. Responsibilities include :

Safety Leadership : Promote and uphold a positive safety culture, ensuring personal and team compliance with all safety protocols, including those involving vendors and contractors.

Team Leadership & Evaluation : Develop and lead the Thermoforming Engineering team, providing mentorship, continuous feedback, and annual performance reviews to drive growth and accountability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with manufacturing managers and leadership to align priorities and drive cross-departmental initiatives.

Process Optimization : Evaluate manufacturing processes for cost-effectiveness and feasibility; implement improvements to enhance safety, efficiency, and cost savings.

Project Oversight : Guide and manage plant renovations, expansions, and capital projects, including coordination with external contractors and vendors.

Operational Support : Provide engineering expertise to support production, printing, maintenance, tooling, and other operational teams.

Performance Tracking : Monitor and report on cost savings and efficiency gains from implemented projects.

Budget Management : Prepare and manage the capital budget, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Material Testing : Support testing and evaluation of new or advanced resins for processability.

Customer Issue Resolution : Address customer complaints and lead corrective and preventive action initiatives.

Regulatory Compliance : Ensure adherence to all company safety, environmental, and health regulations.