Process Optimization Engineer — Elastomer & Urethane Manufacturing

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Molded Dimensions is a trusted partner for engineered elastomer and polyurethane solutions. Our culture is rooted in craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement. Join us to elevate operational performance and support a growing portfolio of products and customers.

Reporting line: This position reports to the Director of Engineering.

A day in the life

You start your morning walking the floor, checking yield and cycle-time dashboards pulled from IQMS (or a comparable ERP/MES). A trend in scrap rate triggers a quick kaizen huddle. By mid-morning youre validating a new process setting, updating standardized work, and logging a corrective action.

After lunch, youre in a cross-functional review for an upcoming launchaligning tooling, routings, and PPAP deliverables. You wrap the day by publishing KPI insights and prioritizing the next wave of improvements.

What youll do

• Drive continuous improvement: Uncover and implement changes that boost efficiency, reduce waste, and raise product quality.
• Lead Lean/Six Sigma and cost-out efforts: Champion projects that remove variation and lower total cost.
• Turn data into action: Analyze production data for trends and root causes; translate findings into practical improvements.
• Standardize the work: Create and maintain clear work instructions and process documentation.
• Be the production go-to: Provide daily engineering support, troubleshoot issues, and implement CAPA to sustain results.
• Increase capability and speed: Run process capability studies, support equipment validation, and reduce cycle times.
• Launch new products right: Partner with engineering, quality, and operations on NPDfrom process design and tooling development to feasibility reviews, PPAPs, first article inspections, and production trialsensuring smooth, disruption-free releases.
• Master the systems: Use IQMS or similar ERP to manage BOMs, routings, production data, and inventory accuracy; strengthen ERP/MES data integrity; generate KPI reports that inform decisions.
• Enable integration: Support system enhancements that better connect digital tools with manufacturing processes.
• Work across the plant: Contribute on cross-functional teams, uphold safety, environmental, and quality standards, and assist with capital projects (equipment specification, installation, and validation).
• Pitch in as needed: Perform additional duties to advance business goals.

What you bring

• Bachelors degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on continuous improvement experience (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Familiarity with IQMS or equivalent ERP systems.
• Proven troubleshooting, analytical, and project management skills in a manufacturing setting.
• A shop-floor presence and practical mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Clear, confident communication across all organizational levels.

Bonus points

• Background in rubber, urethane, or adjacent manufacturing environments.
• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
• Knowledge of materials science and regulatory/compliance standards.
• Experience with statistical analysis and process control tools.

Why youll love it here

• Direct, measurable impact on manufacturing performance and innovation.
• A collaborative, team-first culture.
• Organization-wide commitment to continuous improvement and growth.
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

About Molded Dimensions Group

Molded Dimensions Group is a trusted leader in the manufacturing of custom-molded rubber and cast polyurethane components. With decades of experience and a reputation for high-quality parts, we serve a wide range of industries including transportation, marine, medical, industrial, and more. Our team is driven by craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

At Molded Dimensions, we take pride in our collaborative culture, where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Core proficiencies

• Project Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Troubleshooting Skills
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Engineering Degree