Injection Molding Engineer
Key Responsibilities
1. Production & Operation Control
· Supervise daily operations of plastic injection molding machines and supporting equipment.
· Ensure production schedules are met according to planning and customer requirements.
· Monitor machine performance, cycle time, and output efficiency.
· Coordinate mold changeover, machine setup, and parameter adjustment during production runs.
· Ensure correct use of raw materials, colorants, and regrind according to approved standards.
2. Quality Control & Process Improvement
· Ensure all molded parts meet dimensional, visual, and functional quality requirements.
· Enforce adherence to process parameters, work instructions, and inspection plans.
· Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for defects such as short shots, flash, warpage, burn marks, and sink marks.
· Collaborate with QA and Engineering teams on continuous improvement initiatives.
· Support implementation of SPC, poka‑yoke, and lean manufacturing practices.
3. Machine and Mold Repair & Maintenance
· Coordinate with maintenance and tooling teams on machine downtime and mold repairs.
· Coordinate with suppliers on machine repairs.
· Ensure machine maintenance is carried out according to schedule.
4. Workforce Supervision
· Supervise, train, and motivate operators, technicians, and material handlers.
· Allocate manpower effectively for shift operations and production priorities.
· Conduct daily briefings, shift handovers, and on‑the‑job training.
· Monitor operator discipline, attendance, and adherence to safety rules.
· Support performance evaluations and skill development planning.
5. Safety, Health & Compliance
· Enforce workplace safety rules and safe machine operation procedures.
· Ensure compliance with company policies, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements.
· Promote 5S, housekeeping, and proper use of PPE at all times.
· Participate in safety audits and incident investigations.
6. Documentation & Reporting
· Maintain accurate production records, downtime reports, scrap records, and output data.
· Prepare weekly and monthly production reports.
· Update process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions as required.
· Support internal and external audits.
Job Requirements
1.Education
· Minimum Diploma in Precision Engineering, Mold Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
2.Experience
· 1–3 years of experience in plastic injection molding manufacturing will be advantageous
. Fresh Graduates are welcome to apply
· Prior experience supervising operators or leading a production shift is preferred.
· Experience with precision plastic components for industrial or pneumatic products is an advantage.
3.Technical Skills & Knowledge
· Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding processes and defect analysis
· Familiarity with thermoplastic materials (e.g. PBT, POM, PP, PA, PPS)
· Basic understanding of mold design, mold construction, and maintenance principles
· Ability to read engineering drawings and process sheets
· Knowledge of process optimization and cycle time improvement