Medical Murray
Molding Manufacturing Engineer
Title:
Molding Manufacturing Engineer
Location:
Lake Zurich
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Base pay range:
$98,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Seniority Level:
Mid‑Senior level
About Us:
Founded in 1996, Medical Murray is a privately owned medical device company specializing in the development, testing, and manufacturing of finished devices, components, and subassemblies. We partner with clients ranging from innovative startups to the world’s largest OEMs. Our expertise includes permanent implants, delivery systems, and complex catheters for vascular, gastrointestinal, urologic, and other interventional markets. Our culture is driven by five core values:
Integrity First, People Matter, First-Class Service, Inspired Innovation, and Community Service.
These principles guide our work, our relationships, and our commitment to improving patient outcomes worldwide.
Benefits Summary
Medical (BCBS) and dental coverage
Company‑paid vision and life insurance
Short‑ and long‑term disability
HSA‑eligible plans
401(k) Safe Harbor retirement plan
18 days of PTO
TeleDoc access
Identity protection
Tuition reimbursement
Voluntary life insurance
Paid time off for community volunteering
Overview Shape products. Improve processes. Make an impact.
We are seeking a Molding Manufacturing Engineer to play a critical role in transferring molded products from development into full‑scale production and sustaining high‑performing manufacturing processes. This position blends hands‑on molding expertise, process development, and customer‑facing engineering, offering the opportunity to influence product quality, efficiency, and scalability in a regulated manufacturing environment. You’ll work closely with R&D, production, quality, and external vendors to ensure molding processes meet customer expectations for quality, cost, and delivery, while continuously improving equipment, tooling, and workflows.
What You’ll Do
Support and comply with the Quality Management System, including all applicable SOPs within the Manufacturing Training Matrix.
Partner with R&D to support molding and secondary operations during product development.
Lead and support the transfer of molding projects from development into manufacturing using established transfer checklists.
Serve as a technical escalation point for molding‑related issues from production and development teams.
Coordinate and manage transfer builds, including materials, labor, and production line readiness.
Manage production lines during transfer builds to ensure smooth execution and issue resolution.
Develop and optimize molding processes to achieve target throughput, yield, and cost objectives.
Train assemblers and production personnel on molding procedures, equipment setup, and line start activities during and after transfer.
Communicate with vendors to support production needs, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements.
Manage and execute process validation activities in accordance with Master Validation Plans, including IQ, OQ, PQ, Gauge R&R, and software validation.
Perform IQ, OQ, and PQ activities for assigned molding projects.
Coordinate the design and implementation of custom equipment and fixtures to meet cost, quality, and throughput targets.
Lead acquisition, installation, and qualification of new molding and secondary equipment; develop preventive maintenance procedures as needed.
Support equipment maintenance and troubleshooting within scope of expertise; manage escalation and support equipment re‑entry into production.
Ensure effective handoff of processes, documentation, and training to production teams.
Identify and address safety risks related to molding equipment and processes through procedural updates or equipment modifications.
Support production line layout improvements to enhance efficiency and ergonomics.
Participate in annual risk assessments and manage updates to Device Master Records (DMR).
What You’ll Bring
A strong foundation in molding processes with a passion for hands‑on engineering and continuous improvement.
2–5 years of experience in injection molding or related manufacturing processes (preferred).
Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Plastics‑focused coursework or practical molding experience strongly preferred.
Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments; ISO, cGMP, and ISO 13485 experience preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office and CAD software such as SolidWorks (or equivalent).
Working knowledge of statistical tools, including DOE and Minitab (preferred).
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort working directly with equipment and tooling.
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills with attention to detail and urgency.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including customer‑facing interactions.
Equal Opportunity Employer Medical Murray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Referral Program:
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Medical Murray by 2x.
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Molding Manufacturing Engineer
Location:
Lake Zurich
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Base pay range:
$98,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Seniority Level:
Mid‑Senior level
About Us:
Founded in 1996, Medical Murray is a privately owned medical device company specializing in the development, testing, and manufacturing of finished devices, components, and subassemblies. We partner with clients ranging from innovative startups to the world’s largest OEMs. Our expertise includes permanent implants, delivery systems, and complex catheters for vascular, gastrointestinal, urologic, and other interventional markets. Our culture is driven by five core values:
Integrity First, People Matter, First-Class Service, Inspired Innovation, and Community Service.
These principles guide our work, our relationships, and our commitment to improving patient outcomes worldwide.
Benefits Summary
Medical (BCBS) and dental coverage
Company‑paid vision and life insurance
Short‑ and long‑term disability
HSA‑eligible plans
401(k) Safe Harbor retirement plan
18 days of PTO
TeleDoc access
Identity protection
Tuition reimbursement
Voluntary life insurance
Paid time off for community volunteering
Overview Shape products. Improve processes. Make an impact.
We are seeking a Molding Manufacturing Engineer to play a critical role in transferring molded products from development into full‑scale production and sustaining high‑performing manufacturing processes. This position blends hands‑on molding expertise, process development, and customer‑facing engineering, offering the opportunity to influence product quality, efficiency, and scalability in a regulated manufacturing environment. You’ll work closely with R&D, production, quality, and external vendors to ensure molding processes meet customer expectations for quality, cost, and delivery, while continuously improving equipment, tooling, and workflows.
What You’ll Do
Support and comply with the Quality Management System, including all applicable SOPs within the Manufacturing Training Matrix.
Partner with R&D to support molding and secondary operations during product development.
Lead and support the transfer of molding projects from development into manufacturing using established transfer checklists.
Serve as a technical escalation point for molding‑related issues from production and development teams.
Coordinate and manage transfer builds, including materials, labor, and production line readiness.
Manage production lines during transfer builds to ensure smooth execution and issue resolution.
Develop and optimize molding processes to achieve target throughput, yield, and cost objectives.
Train assemblers and production personnel on molding procedures, equipment setup, and line start activities during and after transfer.
Communicate with vendors to support production needs, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements.
Manage and execute process validation activities in accordance with Master Validation Plans, including IQ, OQ, PQ, Gauge R&R, and software validation.
Perform IQ, OQ, and PQ activities for assigned molding projects.
Coordinate the design and implementation of custom equipment and fixtures to meet cost, quality, and throughput targets.
Lead acquisition, installation, and qualification of new molding and secondary equipment; develop preventive maintenance procedures as needed.
Support equipment maintenance and troubleshooting within scope of expertise; manage escalation and support equipment re‑entry into production.
Ensure effective handoff of processes, documentation, and training to production teams.
Identify and address safety risks related to molding equipment and processes through procedural updates or equipment modifications.
Support production line layout improvements to enhance efficiency and ergonomics.
Participate in annual risk assessments and manage updates to Device Master Records (DMR).
What You’ll Bring
A strong foundation in molding processes with a passion for hands‑on engineering and continuous improvement.
2–5 years of experience in injection molding or related manufacturing processes (preferred).
Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Plastics‑focused coursework or practical molding experience strongly preferred.
Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments; ISO, cGMP, and ISO 13485 experience preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office and CAD software such as SolidWorks (or equivalent).
Working knowledge of statistical tools, including DOE and Minitab (preferred).
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort working directly with equipment and tooling.
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills with attention to detail and urgency.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including customer‑facing interactions.
Equal Opportunity Employer Medical Murray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Referral Program:
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Medical Murray by 2x.
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