Manufacturing Engineer III
Company: Mold-Rite Plastics
Location: Somerset
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description SUMMARY : The Engineering
Solutions team consists of a cross-functional group of engineers
who support new product development & commercialization,
operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The team
executes new product development by following a robust and flexible
Stage Gate process. Operational excellence is achieved by striving
for best in class practices and seeking opportunity for continuous
improvement in all that we do. The Manufacturing Engineer on this
team is versatile in day-to-day project support on the production
floor, knowledgeable in mechanical and electronic systems as a
leader for production counterparts, and resourceful in their
willingness to tackle any growth enabling projects that the
business needs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Lead root cause analysis and
corrective action implementation for existing mechanical,
Electrical, and Electronic systems. This may include: Specify and
procure new manufacturing equipment. Development of new
manufacturing equipment with vendors. RFQ management, vendor
assessment Manage equipment installation and re tooling projects.
Understand, implement and facilitate SMED, Kaizen, FMEA, on
equipment and systems. Manage new product development secondary
operation designs from concept through completion including: Third
party vendor management. Manage library of purchased and designed
components. Pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical component
selection and cross references. Select appropriate materials based
on application. Create CAD drawings for CNC machining and
fabrication, BOM and assembly prints. Design and develop tooling by
working with theoretical plastic parts and drawings with
contingency plans for hot molded ‘real’ parts. Execute equipment
qualification/validation/training/debug/hand -off to production
counterparts Provide technical leadership and mentorship to
production technicians, operators and other production personnel.
Support Manufacturing Operations with continuous improvement and
process optimization programs as assigned by the Director of
Engineering. i.e. Process optimization/part containment/equipment
upgrades/skill assessment reviews of technical positions/On-going
equipment PM monitoring. Assist with process control and process
development training. Drive continuous improvement “In Control &
Capable” process monitoring efforts. QUALIFICATIONS/TRAVEL : 5
years of experience in a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering
position with production equipment familiarity. Ideally a
manufacturing facility. B.S. degree in Electrical, Electronic,
Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering. Experience with equipment
procurement and vendor management. Demonstrated ability to lead
equipment and equipment improvement projects to successful
completion (on time, within budget, production capable.) Knowledge
in Cartesian, 6 Axis robot, and continuous and indexed automation
Strong manufacturing equipment and technical know-how. Demonstrates
analytical proficiency and strong problem-solving skills. Ability
to advance new technologies. Understanding of different types of
materials used in manufacturing equipment. Willingness to be
hands-on with equipment and machine upgrades. Demonstrates superior
communication (written and verbal), teamwork, and organizational
skills. Demonstrates understanding and application of lean
manufacturing principles Demonstrates teamwork in a
cross-functional environment Demonstrates ability to think out of
the box to recommend alternate solutions. Demonstrates ability to
manage and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and designs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and AutoCAD Self-motivated
and self-disciplined. Travel requirements are primarily domestic
with intermittent international travel. Travel is on an as-needed
basis and can peak around 20-30%. Location: Somerset, NJ It may be
required to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Keywords: Mold-Rite Plastics, New Brunswick , Manufacturing Engineer III, Engineering , Somerset, New Jersey
