Manufacturing Manager at PMM - America's Technology Molder – BERLIN, Connecticut

Since 1968, Plastic Molding Manufacturing (PMM) has been an owner-operated leader in American-made innovation and quality. We focus on plastics molding development, thin and thick wall molding, tight tolerance molding, part joining and assembly. We proudly serve a number of markets including Industrial, Medical, Electronics, Defense, Transportation and Consumer. With over 100 presses across our four state-of-the-art facilities in MA, CT, PA, and IN, we’re committed to strengthening U.S manufacturing by delivering exceptional production, employment, and economic opportunities nationwide.

Join us at PMM, where tradition meets innovation, and community and customer service are one and the same.

• Position: Manufacturing Manager (Plastic Injection Molding)
• Location: Berlin, CT (on-site)
• Schedule: Monday to Friday (based on business needs)
• Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000 (Dependent on Experience)
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary: The Manufacturing Manager (Plastic Injection Molding) is responsible for developing, reviewing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve quality, increase yields, reduce cycle times, and ensure production schedules are met efficiently and profitably.

Essential Functions:

• Optimizing personnel, materials and equipment to meet customer production goals and schedules
• Assisting team on the floor with technical duties (setting / processing a tool, light maintenance, etc.)
• Meeting goals for On-Time-Delivery, Quality, and Efficiency while staying on budget
• Reviewing processes to ensure superior quality and making any adjustments or corrective actions
• Acting as an effective coach providing hands-on instruction, training and timely performance feedback
• Identifying key areas of improvement and developing plans to implement effective changes
• Meeting with customers and providing feedback and updates on the progress of projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Ideal Candidate Experience:

• 10+ years of hands-on technical experience within plastic injection molding
• Experience managing multiple shifts and running 30+ machines
• Ability to lead a team and provide on the job training
• Knowledge of ERP systems (IQMS preferred)
• Successful history of meeting budgets and goals (OTD, quality, efficiency)
• Ability to multitask and pay attention to details
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Company Benefits:

• Paid Time Off including holidays and vacation
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 2 Health Plan Options – One with fully reimbursed deductible!
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Company provided group life insurance and AD&D
• Company provided short-term disability coverage
• Optional long-term disability coverage
• Employee Referral Bonuses

Note:

• This description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
• Pre-employment background checks are required for all applicants who accept an offer. Offers are contingent upon a report which is acceptable to the company.
• The company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.