Core Molding Technologies is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support new product development, production efficiency, and process improvement initiatives.
This role focuses on planning and improving manufacturing methods, optimizing work cell layouts, and supporting quality and cost targets across molding and assembly operations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain manufacturing processes and parameters for high-quality part production
- Plan and improve work cell layouts using CAD and workforce planning tools
- Analyze production times, capacity, labor needs, and packaging strategies
- Lead scrap reduction, downtime elimination, and efficiency improvement efforts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on tooling, quality, and process changes
- Create and maintain control plans, PFMEAs, work instructions, and process sheets
- Conduct cycle time studies, balance production lines, and set standard work times
- Coordinate with Maintenance on preventive maintenance for process equipment
- Develop fixtures, tools, and low-level automation for assembly and molding operations
- Support continuous improvement (SPQDC), lean initiatives, and raw material flow
- Work with external vendors to source, qualify, and implement new equipment
- Train and mentor production and maintenance staff on new processes
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related scientific discipline3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive preferred)Familiarity with QS / ISO systems, APQP, PPAP processesProven success in leading cost reduction, quality improvement, or scrap reduction initiativesStrong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionallyProficient in Microsoft Office and CAD toolsStrong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skillsWillingness to support weekend or off-hours needs when requiredPreferred
Master's degree in Engineering or Business5+ years in a manufacturing engineering roleExperience in molding, assembly, or automotive component manufacturingJob Details
Schedule : Monday to Friday (may require extended hours or weekend support)Travel : Limited local travel; occasional overnight travel as neededWork Environment : Office and manufacturing floorPhysical Requirements : Occasionally lift or move up to 20 lbsWhy Join Us
Competitive payFull benefits packagePaid time off and holidaysOpportunity to impact operations through hands-on problem-solvingRecruiters
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