About the role

  • Lead and manage NPI tooling projects including assessment, planning, and replacement of plastic injection molds through production qualification
  • Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) programs and support existing production tooling initiatives
  • Lead cross-functional project teams and manage multiple parallel projects
  • Develop accurate cost estimates for parts and mold tooling, identify design alternatives, and analyze trade-offs
  • Evaluate mold repair requests for feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and timelines
  • Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing, Quality, and Production to improve tooling spend and supplier partnerships
  • Benchmark and technically assess external suppliers and production facilities
  • Partner with internal engineers and external suppliers to resolve part design and manufacturability challenges
  • Maintain up-to-date technical proficiency in plastics and integrate new solutions into design strategies
  • Manage project scope, budgets, specifications, schedules, and stakeholders through the project lifecycle
  • Resolve complex process issues, implement global best practices, and lead variation reduction efforts
  • Asset management including planning, budgeting, schedules and suppliers through implementation and product life

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas)
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
  • 8+ years of relevant experience (preferred)
  • 3+ years of project management experience with global or regional scope (preferred)
  • PMP certification (preferred)
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (preferred)
  • Knowledge of plastic processing, injection mold tooling, and equipment procurement
  • Experience with CAD software applications; Pro/ENGINEER
  • Experience with MS Project
  • Experience with Enterprise Product Data Management (EPDM) systems, preferably SAP

Benefits

  • Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Time off
  • Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.

Job title

Tooling Project Engineer

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

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