Molding Process Engineer

  • Robroy Industries
  • Belding, Michigan
  • Full Time

What You'll Do

  • Lead, optimize, and troubleshoot thermoset compression molding processes for fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP/SMC/BMC) enclosures.
  • Collaborate with operators, mold leads, supervisors and managers-70% of time on plant floor.
  • Write and maintain setup sheets, molding documentation, training guides, and SOPs .
  • Own process troubleshooting and material troubleshooting.
  • Train and mentor team members; drive root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.
  • Interface with tool shops and support capital projects for new equipment and automation.
  • Directly impact scrap reduction and production efficiency.

What You Bring

  • 5+ years' direct experience in thermoset compression molding (SMC/BMC) or closely related field

  • Strong hands-on understanding of molding processes, molding machines, and mold tooling.

  • Effective communicator and collaborator-respects others, values teamwork and models The Collaborative Way

  • Experience with hydraulic press systems (100T-1000T+), heating processes (oil, electric), and mold applications.

  • Proven record in process and material troubleshooting.

  • DOE experience for process optimization and root cause analysis

  • Prefer:

  • Allen Bradley PLC/HMI experience-able to read and edit code for process controls.

  • Experience with SMC/BMC, thermoset processes or oil-heated molding operations

  • Experience in high mix, low-volume manufacturing

  • Goal and process driven-comfortable driving change to deliver results

  • Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive salary and full benefits package.
  • A career path with immediate impact and long-term growth
  • The opportunity to build something with a company committed to investment and innovation.

Who Thrives Here?

  • Problem solvers with an inquiring mind and mechanical aptitude.
  • Detail-oriented doers who "own it" and drive to completion.
  • Team players who value respect, collaboration, and learning.

Ready to help us reduce scrap, boost efficiency, and drive technical excellence?

Apply now to start a confidential conversation.

Robroy Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job ID: 510035407
Originally Posted on: 2/14/2026

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