Manager, Injection Molding Department

Job Description

Job Description

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical , marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

About the company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity .

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

Explore what’s next with us at novabiomedical.com or aicompanies.com

About the role

The Manager of the injection molding department has responsibility for daily operations within the mold shop including meeting production schedules, maintaining equipment within the department, establishing molding process parameters, and resolving molding issues. The Manager shall lead a team of mold technicians and operators, making sure they are capable, trained, and abide by safety best practices and company rules.

If you’re passionate about injection molding and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, we’d love to hear from you, apply today!

What you’ll do

• Establish and optimize injection molding process parameters on new and existing molds using scientific molding principles.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage daily operations in the Mold Shop to meet production needs and output targets.
• Lead, coach, and develop mold technicians, operators, and co-ops within the department. Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and revision change to molds within the Nova Mold Shop. Provide technical support to R&D as needed for mold development.
• Execute mold validations and equipment qualifications.
• Review externally sourced plastic part designs for internal molding opportunities.
• As required, develop and revise departmental procedures related to molding operations, quality control, safety, and best practices for the Mold Shop. Create and execute Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
• Lead the evaluation and selection of injection molding machines and ancillary equipment for the Mold Shop.
• Technical point of contact for external resin and molding equipment suppliers.
• Execute continuous improvement projects focusing on quality, cost reductions, and efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for in you

• Confidence and hands-on experience establishing injection molding parameters using Scientific Molding principles (Decoupled molding) is required.
• Master Molder I certification preferred. Master Molder II certification a plus.
• Ability to work independently at times solving mold and process issues and conducting mold validations.
• Ability to clearly articulate and train others on injection molding process development and equipment functionality.
• BS in Plastics Engineering or equivalent curriculum is required. MS is a plus.

Physical Requirements for this role include:

• Occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 55lbs.
• Ability to turn a ratchet such as to tighten or loosen mold clamps.
• Ability to reach and contort such as to affix and remove mold water lines.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer and standing by equipment.

• The full list of physical requirements for this role is available upon request

Why work for Nova Biomedical

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA and Billerica, MA offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: on-site in our Billerica, Lexington Road facility

Targeted Salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000/year

Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

EEO Statement:

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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