Production and Operations

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career. 

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience 
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment 

What You’ll Be Part Of

As a Molding Process Technician I, you will support molding operations by helping ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost performance while applying the HARMAN Production System philosophy. You will validate new and existing molding processes using standardized tools and methodologies, support corrective actions, resolve production and quality issues related to plastic resin processing, and help maintain organized process documentation and control sheets.

Your Team

You will report to the Sr. Molding Engineering Manager and collaborate with Molding Engineering, Production, Quality, EHSS, and manufacturing teams to support efficient, safe, and stable molding processes.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Validate new and existing molding processes using standardized tools and methodologies such as SIM, DOE, and decoupled molding.
• Participate in internal activities and required corrective actions to improve molding process performance.
• Correct problems reported by Production and/or Quality related to the processing of plastic resins.
• Keep process reports and control sheets updated, organized, and available for operational follow-up.
  Maintain a clean and organized work area while applying the department’s established 5S standards.
• Report any risk situation or unsafe condition detected during the performance of assigned duties.
• Comply with required safety measures to prevent accidents and environmental contingencies.
• Apply SMED methodology to support efficient model changes.
• High school diploma.
• Five years of experience in plastic injection.
• Five years of experience working with PP, ABS, and PC resins with fiber and additives.
• Five years of experience with molds, valve gates, and hot runner systems.
• Experience with Engel machines and high-tonnage equipment, including 1500-ton machines.
• Experience handling servo-driven and pneumatic-driven robots.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Basic English proficiency.
• Availability, responsibility, engagement, dynamism, and a proactive mindset.
• Injection molding certification, such as CENALTEC.
• Testable knowledge of scientific molding.
• This role is based in a manufacturing environment and requires close collaboration with Molding Engineering, Production, Quality, EHSS, and operations teams.
• This position requires strong focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost indicators.
• The role supports molding process stability, corrective actions, process documentation, 5S standards, safety practices, and model change efficiency.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

Bonus Points if You Have 

Things To Know

• Relocation is not offered for this position.

What You Can Expect

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN and Samsung products, including JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and others.
• Extensive training opportunities through HARMAN University.
• Competitive wellness benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.