M&A Executive Search provided a fractional injection molding operations advisor to a fabrication and metal products manufacturer expanding into injection molding manufacturing and plastics processing for the first time. The engagement addressed a critical manufacturing capability gap related to injection molding design, automation systems, and plant startup planning. The expert operated as an embedded member of the operations and engineering team, providing hands-on guidance on equipment selection, process design, plant organization, KPI development, and cost controls during a 3–12 month advisory engagement. The assignment delivered specialized plastics manufacturing and automation expertise, enabling the organization to de-risk its injection molding startup, build internal operational capabilities, and accelerate the successful launch of a new manufacturing process.
