Sr Molding Engineer
Vantive
Summary
To provide mold capacity analysis based on molded part volume forecast provided by the planning team using the established standardized mold capacity formula, and machine allocations by the procurement team.
Job description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct in-process and toolroom audit of all DV molds at the manufacturing facility of local suppliers.
- In-process audit to review Mold Approval (MA) molding parameters for consistent molded part quality, and proper operation of our mold in supplier's production facility.
- Toolroom audit to review our mold is properly maintained per our specification requirements and assess the functional conditions of the mold. Verify sufficient spare tooling inventory maintained by the supplier.
- Provide technical feedback and recommendation to supplier.
- Develop, maintain a Mold Audit plan for local molders. Perform audit per the plan.
Review for new mold design, and mold modification proposal
- Engage RL/APAC mold engineering team as needed.
- Manage and maintain local DV Mold database, and mold prints.
- To control mold ID so that molded part is traceable to each of our molds.
- Change control owner of MA for all DV suppliers molded parts for our plants.
Mold Transfer
- Advise procurement on the technical capability of the suppliers as needed.
- Identify opportunities for VIP.
- Verify tooling spares and mold conditions.
Raise CER for all DV molds as needed
- Work with procurement to raise PO for mold fabrication, and mold modification.
- Support mold and the auxiliary equipment scrap activity.
Mold capacity analysis
To provide mold capacity analysis based on molded part volume forecast provided by the planning team using the established standardized mold capacity formula, and machine allocations by the procurement team.
Miscellaneous functions
- Attended monthly molding supplier performance reviews.
- Review Mold Maintenance Quarterly Report and recommend action plan for DV molds.
- Provide technical input for New Mold construction / management and Support MA for all new molds, new molded parts implementation, molded part design change, mold modification, and material change.
- Address all molding technical issues spanning local and overseas molders.
- Work with QM to review mold and molding process related issues.
- New molded product or projection implementation at local supplier facility.
EO Sterilization Support
- Technical issues related to EO sterilizations.
- Support EO qualifications.
- SSS capacity analysis.
- Responsible for compliance to EHS procedure and requirement.
Requirements
- Degree/Diploma in Materials/Mechanical/Production Engineering or equivalent
- Degree with Min 8 years / Diploma 10 years of experience in Plastics Injection Molding and EO Sterilization process
- Strong in analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Good knowledge of project management skills
- Good understanding of technical drawing and tolerances analysis capabilities
- Good leadership skill & strong team player
Company overview
Vantive is a leading vital organ therapy company that emerged as an independent entity following its acquisition by Carlyle Group from Baxter International in January 2025. Building on a 70-year legacy of kidney care innovation, Vantive specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced medical equipment for dialysis and vital organ support. The company's comprehensive product portfolio includes peritoneal dialysis systems, hemodialysis equipment, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) solutions, and digital health platforms. Operating in over 100 countries worldwide, Vantive delivers more than 1 million patient touchpoints daily through its innovative technologies and services. The company focuses on transforming vital organ therapies by enhancing accessibility, improving patient outcomes, and providing flexible treatment options for both home and clinical settings. With a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities, Vantive combines decades of clinical expertise with cutting-edge digital solutions to address the complex needs of patients with chronic kidney disease and acute organ failure.