American Plastics, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic-injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end-markets. We are searching for an Engineering Change Specialist for our Findlay, Ohio location (may consider hybrid or remote work). This position will report to the Director of Project Management.

The Engineering Change Specialist is responsible for overseeing the process of documenting, assessing and implementing the engineering change process. This role will work closely with cross functional teams to maintain.

Responsibilities

•Manage the entire engineering change process from initiation to closure ensuring accuracy and completeness

•Act as a primary liaison between all departments to align on change implementation

•Proactively identify potential risks, blockers and bottlenecks in the implementation process

•Facilitate the change meetings to evaluate impacts on cost, quality and scheduling

•Create, monitor and report out on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) showing the effectiveness of the change process

•Technical documentation experience and revision control

•Maintain accurate data within the engineering change system

•Effectively communicate the changes to the organization

•Conduct training on the change process to employees

•Proactively review and recommend ways to improve the change process

•Maintain Engineering Change Logs and documentation

•Support audits of the document control process as required (FCCA, ISO, etc.).

•All other duties as assigned

Skills and Personal Attributes:

•Ability to lead a cross-functional team of people and hold them accountable

•Strong verbal and written communication skills

•Ability to work with a wide variety of functions and management levels

•Results orientated

•Demonstrated sense of urgency

•Strong problem-solving skills

•Can Do Attitude

•Effectively works with changing priorities and follow up on tasks and assignments

•Bachelor’s degree in technical field or relevant work experience

•1-3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing role including quality, engineering or change management

•Understanding business processes including product development, manufacturing processes and bill of materials (BOM)

•Experience in injection molding is a plus

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct reports

• Strong time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills

•Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite

• Proven ability to manage project timelines and facilitate cross functional teams

• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport and reduce resistance to change

• At least 18 years of age.

• Eligible to work in the United States of America

• Pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screen & Authorize Background Check

If you are interested in joining the American Plastics team and want to work in a fast-paced, progressive environment, we want to hear from you. We offer a competitive salary, full benefit package including medical/dental, 401k, and paid vacation.