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About Polytainers

Polytainers is a leading manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging serving the food, dairy, beverage, and consumer goods industries across North America. We combine advanced manufacturing technology with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability. Our success is driven by our people. We offer a team‑oriented work environment, opportunities for career growth, and a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Molding Technical Manager will provide direction to technical staff and maintenance supervisors, and deliver technical leadership to ensure molding processes meet performance requirements. This position is also responsible for food safety and quality procedures to ensure that the company’s objectives for food safety and quality exceed customer and regulatory agency requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Injection Molding & Process Excellence

- Lead high‑speed thin‑wall injection molding operations (IML / non‑IML)
- Optimize process parameters including fill speed, cooling, venting, and cycle time
- Troubleshoot defects (short shots, warpage, burns, cosmetic issues)
- Apply scientific molding and process validation methodologies

Tooling & Mold Engineering

- Oversee mold design and performance (hot runners, stack molds, multi‑cavity tools)
- Manage tool qualification, maintenance strategies, and lifecycle planning
- Coordinate with external vendors and tooling suppliers
- Drive improvements in tool reliability and uptime

Maintenance & Reliability

- Own maintenance strategy (preventive, predictive, corrective)
- Improve equipment reliability across presses, robotics, and auxiliary systems
- Lead CMMS utilization and data‑driven decision making
- Develop maintenance team capabilities

Automation & Technology

- Support and optimize high‑speed robotics and automation systems




- Oversee integration of vision systems and downstream automation
- Evaluate ROI on automation investments and improvements
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and risk assessments

Continuous Improvement

- Drive improvements in OEE (uptime, performance, quality)
- Lead cost reduction, scrap reduction, and efficiency initiatives
- Utilize structured problem‑solving methodologies (A3, DMAIC, 8D)

Leadership & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

- Lead and develop technical, maintenance, and engineering teams
- Partner with Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain
- Provide clear direction during downtime or production challenges
- Build strong technical bench strength and succession plans

Safety, Quality & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with food safety (HACCP), cGMP, and regulatory standards
- Maintain robust documentation and change management processes
- Champion a culture of safety and accountability

Qualifications & Experience

- Post‑secondary education in Engineering, Business, or related field
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in high‑volume manufacturing
- 3–5+ years in a technical leadership role
- Solid expertise in injection molding (thin‑wall, high‑speed preferred)
- Experience with automation, robotics, and tooling systems
- Proven track record in continuous improvement and operational performance
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Work Environment

- Combination of office and manufacturing floor environment
- Regular exposure to a fast‑paced, high‑volume production setting

This position is open to applicants legally authorized to work in Canada.

Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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📌 Operations - Manager, Technical (Toronto)
🏢 Polytainers
📍 Toronto