What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Manager position at Core Molding Technologies, Inc.?
Summary
Core Molding Technologies is hiring an Engineering Manager to lead plant engineering operations, supporting safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing performance.
This role is responsible for process engineering, new product launches, equipment optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Engineering Manager leads cross-functional teams to deliver results across safety, quality, delivery, and cost, while supporting key initiatives such as DCPD transfer and sustaining Power Sports operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the plant engineering function, including process engineering and mold change teams
- Drive performance across key KPIs (safety, people, quality, delivery, cost)
- Lead new product introduction (NPI), APQP, and product launch execution
- Support transfer and industrialization of DCPD operations, including process setup and ramp-up
- Sustain and optimize existing manufacturing processes, including Power Sports operations
- Develop and improve manufacturing processes, layouts, and standards to enhance quality and efficiency
- Lead capital planning and justification for tooling, equipment, and process improvements
- Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues (A3, 8D, etc.)
- Maintain and improve process control systems (PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, error-proofing)
- Ensure all engineering changes follow formal change management processes
- Support maintenance strategy alignment for equipment reliability and performance
- Develop and mentor engineering team members to build technical capability
- Support internal audits, customer audits, and compliance activities
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards
- Promote 5S, safety, and environmental responsibility across operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field
- 5–8 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in manufacturing
- Experience with process engineering, industrialization, and product launches (APQP)
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, equipment, and process optimization
- Experience supporting plant transfers and/or new program launches
- Strong problem-solving skills (Six Sigma, 8D, root cause analysis)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
Preferred
- Master’s degree in Engineering or related field
- Experience in injection molding, composites, or similar manufacturing environments
- Experience with DCPD or advanced materials processes
Key Competencies
- Leadership and team development
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Change management and adaptability
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Execution discipline and accountability
- Customer focus and results orientation
Why Join Us
- Lead critical engineering and manufacturing initiatives
- Work in a dynamic, growth-focused manufacturing environment
- Opportunity to drive plant performance and innovation
- Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement
Recruiters
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies.