Supplier Quality Engineer (Injection Molding & Tooling) - On site

We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) with strong expertise in plastic injection tooling & molding processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in defining, optimizing, and validating molding parameters, reviewing and approving tooling designs, selecting appropriate resin materials, and diagnosing process-related defects. This role will work closely with suppliers to ensure robust, stable, and capable manufacturing processes from tool design through mass production. Key Responsibilities - Responsible for supplier quality plastic injection molded components from development through mass production - Review, evaluate, and approve tooling design (mold design) together with Engineering team to ensure manufacturability, quality, and process robustness - Collaborate with Engineering & suppliers on mold flow analysis, gate location, cooling layout, venting, and shrinkage considerations - Evaluate and approve supplier injection molding processes, including parameter setup and process controls - Determine and validate optimal molding parameters - Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for molding defects (e.g., sink marks, warpage, short shots, flash, burn marks, cracks, breakage) - Assess and ensure correct resin material selection based on product requirements and application - Conduct supplier audits focusing on molding process capability, tooling condition, and quality systems - Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance yield, reduce variation, and improve process stability - Responsible for review and approve PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and SPC data from suppliers. Technical Requirements - Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding processes and tooling design principles - Experience in tool design review , including: • Gate type and location selection • Runner system (hot runner / cold runner) • Cooling channel design and effectiveness • Venting and air traps • Ejection system design • Shrinkage and warpage considerations - Deep understanding of critical process parameters: • Melt temperature, mold temperature • Injection speed and pressure • Holding/packing pressure and time • Cooling time and cycle optimization etc - Ability to determine process windows and understand parameter variation impact - Experience diagnosing molding defects and linking them to root causes - Knowledge of resin materials (ABS, PC, PP, Nylon, etc.) - Familiarity with scientific molding, decoupled molding, and/or DOE *ONLY APPLICABLE TO MALAYSIAN* QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, or related field) - 8+ years of experience in supplier quality or process engineering with injection molding focus - Proven experience in tooling design and process parameter review/approval with suppliers(MUST) - Experience working with external suppliers or contract manufacturers - Strong problem-solving skills (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, DOE) - Knowledge of quality standards - Willingness to travel to supplier sites - Must be Effective in communication and reporting Key Competencies - Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills - Cross-functional collaboration - Detail-oriented with focus on process control - Experience in high-volume manufacturing (consumer electronics, automotive, medical devices) - Hands-on experience with molding machines and troubleshooting - Familiarity with mold flow simulation tools (Moldflow, Moldex3D) What to Do Next: Please attach your resume including links to your Github and website where applicable. If you want to show your super powers in other ways – include that information too. You can be sure that Cricut® is an employer who values individuality, equality and diversity, so tell us what you’re all about. If you are a Maker or a DIY enthusiast, whether you think you are a good one or not, we would love to hear about it when you send us your information!