Senior Lead - Engineering & Reliability, Injection Molding

Job ID: 19128 

Alternate Locations: United States-Kansas-Wichita; United States-Kansas-Winfield; United States-Massachusetts-Whately; United States-Ohio-Mogadore; United States-Tennessee-Maryville-Tennessee; United States-Virginia-Winchester; United States-Wisconsin-Reedsburg 

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

General Responsibility

This position leads Engineering, Reliability and Automation (ERA) operations across North America supply chain manufacturing sites, with a strong focus on injection molding. The Senior Lead owns day-to-day ERA execution at the site level and sets the cross-site standards, governance and performance expectations that keep the network aligned. The role drives reliability, uptime, capital project delivery and automation adoption, and partners with site leadership, maintenance and global ERA teams to deliver results in line with corporate standards and the ERA North America Master Plan.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and develop site ERA managers and teams, setting clear goals, expectations and accountability for site-level execution.
• Own ERA operational performance across NA sites, including uptime, OEE, maintenance effectiveness and reliability KPIs.
• Define and maintain cross-site ERA standards, work processes and governance, and drive consistent adoption across sites.
• Run the ERA operating rhythm: site reviews, performance dashboards, action tracking and escalation.
• Implement reliability strategies, including preventive and predictive maintenance, root cause analysis and spare parts and critical asset management.
• Provide technical leadership for injection molding operations, including press and auxiliary equipment reliability, tooling performance, process stability and downtime reduction.
• Guide automation integration at the sites, including robotics, AGVs and smart sensors, from concept through sustained operation.
• Oversee ERA capital project planning and delivery, including scope, budget, schedule and risk.
• Support sites with AIM (Advanced Initiative Management) activities, including FMEA development, design reviews and CQV for new equipment (FAT and SAT planning).
• Analyze performance data across sites to identify gaps, share best practices and prioritize improvement opportunities.
• Build financial cases for reliability, automation and capital investments.
• Support ERA staffing and capability planning, including hiring, succession and technical training.
• Communicate progress, risks and strategic priorities to the Director, ERA.
• Partner with global ERA teams to share best practices and align on standards and innovation.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Deep understanding of injection molding operations, including presses, auxiliary equipment, tooling and process control.
• Strong background in predictive maintenance and asset management.
• Knowledge of automation technologies, including robotics, AGVs, PLCs and sensor integration.
• Proven ability to set standards and drive adoption across multiple sites.
• Strong leadership, coaching and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Business acumen to build financial cases for capital and automation investments.
• Ability to drive results and make independent decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be able to work in manufacturing environments, including exposure to high temperatures and physical activity.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Molding Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 10 or more years of experience in injection molding manufacturing, engineering or reliability, including leadership of multi-site or multi-person teams.
• Experience with automation integration, capital project delivery and reliability programs.
• Advanced understanding of manufacturing equipment, PLC programming and system integration.

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Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.