Process Engineer

Process Engineer, Injection Molding - 1st ShiftEPTAM Precision Molding is looking for a Process Engineer, Injection Molding - 1st Shift to join our team in Phillipsburg, NJ. Join us as we create medical devices that support our OEM partners in creating life-saving parts and positive outcomes for their patients.EPTAM Precision Molding, in Phillipsburg New Jersey, hosts a tightly controlled facility with ISO Class 7 and 8 cleanrooms. Our commitment to exceptional service is reflected in our continuous investment in operational upgrades and the utilization of advanced Toyo and Arburg molding machines. We take great pride in our ISO 13485:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications.EPTAM Solutions, our parent company with locations nationwide, is at the Heart of Manufacturing. We recognize that our parts touch lives, and our teams assume this responsibility with vigor. Our minds never sleep.Join our incredible team at any one of our locations and reap the benefits of an employee-focused company. We excel at what we do for our customers, our employees, and the world.Benefits Include:Professional Development/On the Job TrainingHealth and Wellness BenefitsClean, Friendly, Safe work EnvironmentRecognition and Rewards ProgramTuition Re-imbursementCompetitive Pay/Merit Increases401k w/ Company MatchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Monday through FridayOur HR manager will share the various shift availabilities for this positionPOSITION SUMMARY: The Process Engineer will be responsible for process-engineering capabilities focused on cost, quality and delivery improvements in order to support a manufacturing organization for the injection molding industry.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Develop injection molding processes using proven scientific methodologies.Validate injection mold and work cell through IQ,OQ, PQ validation process.Document in detail, molding process, mold set up, work cell layout, and trouble shooting information for each job that is validated.Participate in project meetings in order to keep project on track until completion of validation into production.Support current production needs for trouble shooting and process improvement.Support and oversee new process equipment production.Support the raising and introduction of engineering change orders (ECOs).Establish robust, repeatable and reproducible process parametersParticipate in activities pertaining to cycle time and process improvements.Implement statistical process analysis on new and existing products.Develop and maintain process documentation.Review processing methods.Ensures ISO and safety standards are adheredLeverages industry practices and applies to internal systems and processesImplements Lean Manufacturing and drives continuous improvementResponsible for maintaining a high level of motivationPlan and organize layouts for line changes due to volume changes or manpower reductions.Maintain contact with interdepartmental managers to provide feedback when dealing with process or material changes.Understand and execute all plant policies and procedures.Develop and maintain positive team member relations centered on mutual trust, dignity, respect, fairness, consistency, two-way communication, teamwork, and harmony.OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Responsible for identifying quality problems in products.2. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.3. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions4. Ability to operate a personal computer including using a Windows based operating system and related software. Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of EPTAM's software packages (IQMS).MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:EDUCATION: Trade school graduate or associates degree or a combination of experience and education, Bachelor's Degree in Plastics Engineering preferred.Knowledge of Scientific Molding principalsEXPERIENCE: 5+ years experience in an injection molding operationMedical device manufacturing experienceExperience in a 24/7 manufacturing/molding operationProven success in maintaining positive employee relationsOTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess good written and verbal communication skills with our internal and external customers. Basic knowledge of equipment. Advanced ability to read prints and use measuring equipment along with advanced math skills.Demonstrates experience in performance development, teaching/leading, mentoring and/or organization development. Instills appropriate behavior in others in support of EPTAM values