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About the Role

The Plastics Process Engineering Manager leads the process engineering function, supervising engineers and technicians to develop, optimize, and improve blow-molding manufacturing processes. This role ensures efficient production, high product quality, cost reduction, and compliance with safety and environmental standards, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support new product launches and process improvements.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and develop the process engineering team, including the Plastics Molding Engineer and Mold Technicians.
Develop, implement, document, and optimize manufacturing processes for plastic injection molding, extrusion blow molding, thermoforming, or other plastic processing technologies.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, scrap reduction, and cycle time improvements.
Develop documentation processes to capture process learning.
Support new product introductions by developing robust manufacturing processes.
Troubleshoot complex processing issues and implement corrective actions.
Establish and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process specifications.
Collaborate with blow mold technicians to improve mold and tool performance.
Develop process validation protocols and oversee process qualification activities.
Manage molding equipment upgrades and capital investments.
Work closely with maintenance to improve equipment reliability and preventive maintenance strategies.
Manage and develop the department’s Plastics Molding Engineer and molding technicians to ensure the department skill base continues to grow.
Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Plastics, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in plastics manufacturing.
Demonstrated engineering leadership experience, including supervising, coaching, and developing engineers and technical manufacturing employees.
Strong knowledge of plastic processing technologies, including blow molding and injection molding.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Creative and innovated problem-solving skills.
Excellent project management and communication abilities.
Self starter and able to work independently.
Able to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.

Skills

Plastics Process Engineering
Blow Molding
Injection Molding
Extrusion Blow Molding
Thermoforming
Process Optimization
Continuous Improvement
Lean Manufacturing
Project Management
Communication
Troubleshooting
Problem-Solving

Location

Central New York

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

5+ years in plastics manufacturing
Engineering leadership experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Plastics, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement savings
Paid time off

About the Company

The Fountainhead Group is a family-owned and operated company dedicated to the success and longevity of its business, employees, and community.
For over 130 years, FGI has been creating, innovating, and manufacturing liquid sprayer products for the world's top brands and retailers.
FGI operates three manufacturing and distribution centers in Central New York.
The company is committed to the betterment of its employees and local community, supporting over 350 local nonprofits through philanthropy and volunteer programs.

Equal Opportunity

The Fountainhead Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (AAE/EEO).
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, refugee or disability status.
With over 12 languages spoken at FGI, regardless of language ability, education, or training, there is a place for you within the FGI Family!