Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
5-8 years of manufacturing engineering experience, specifically in plastic molding for medical devices.
Strong knowledge of scientific molding, mold tooling, and process optimization.
Experience with process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and statistical analysis (DOE, Minitab).
Familiarity with ISO 13485, cGMP, and regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
Strong mechanical aptitude with a hands-on, solutions-focused approach.
Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software and Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities
Lead molding process development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Apply scientific molding principles to optimize and maintain molding processes.
Conduct mold trials, tooling qualifications, and DFM reviews.
Drive new product transfers from development to production, ensuring readiness.
Lead process validations, including IQ/OQ/PQ and capability studies.
Provide hands-on technical support for molding equipment and production challenges.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and enhance manufacturing performance.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a regulated industry.
Hands-on involvement in cutting-edge medical device manufacturing.
Supportive company culture focused on quality and efficiency.
Full Job Description
Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Molding
Location: Lake Zurich
Employment Type: Full-time
Overview
Are you a hands-on molding expert who enjoys solving complex challenges, improving processes, and leading others?
Medical Murray is looking for an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Molding to drive innovation, optimize manufacturing processes, and support the production of high-quality medical devices.
In this role, you'll take the lead in molding process development, troubleshooting, and new product transfers while serving as a technical resource and mentor to engineers and technicians. You'll collaborate with R&D, Quality, Production, customers, and vendors to deliver efficient, reliable manufacturing solutions.
What You'll Do
Lead molding process development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and yield.
Apply scientific molding principles to establish, optimize, and maintain robust molding processes.
Lead mold trials, tooling qualifications, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews.
Drive new product transfers from development into production, ensuring manufacturing readiness and process stability.
Lead process validations, including IQ/OQ/PQ, gauge R&R, and capability studies.
Provide hands-on technical support for molding equipment, tooling, setups, and production challenges.
Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Production, customers, and vendors to resolve issues and improve manufacturing performance.
Mentor engineers and technicians, sharing technical expertise and best practices.
Support equipment selection, installation, qualification, and manufacturing process improvements.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, and manufacturing documentation.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
5-8 years of manufacturing engineering experience, including hands-on plastic molding experience, preferably in medical device manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of scientific molding, mold tooling, process optimization, and mold qualification.
Experience with process validation, including IQ/OQ/PQ, and statistical analysis such as DOE and Minitab.
Familiarity with ISO 13485, cGMP, and regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
Strong mechanical aptitude with a hands-on, solutions-focused approach.
Experience leading technical projects, troubleshooting complex issues, and mentoring others.
Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software and Microsoft Office.
Excellent communication, organizational, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ready to take the lead in molding innovation? We'd love to hear from you!
