Molding Process Engineer

Keys:

• Candidate must have experience with developing processes for injection molding machines. Set up and performing of Designs of Experiment (DOE).

• Must have injection molding experience
• Should have experience at a tier 1 automotive supplier. At minimum some experience as a process technician. Would be nice to have experience with programming and teaching points for Fanuc robots.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Develops processes necessary to produce new products. Establishes methods and practices to assure process control and high quality of plastic injection molded parts.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Main responsibilities include; 1. Troubleshooting injection molding processes to resolve production and/or quality issues 2.Developing processes for new injection molding tools. 3. Monitoring and optimizing current molding processes to reduce cycle time and improve quality. 4. Assist with change overs, preventive maintenance and 4S in molding department
• Trains and educates associates with regards to injection molding processes and equipment.
• Performs process troubleshooting to resolve quality and production issues related to plastic injection molding
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts and implementation
• Establishes processes for new products to assure all customer requirements, quality standards, and productivity targets are met
• Implements process improvements to optimize cycle times
• Estimates cycle time and shot weights for new products
• Monitors cleanliness and safety of the worksite.
• Performs product problem solving and corrective actions.
• Performs machine process adjustments and changeovers when necessary.
• Completes required forms and paperwork, prepares reports as required
• Promotes an associate relations environment that is consistent with long-term management objectives
• Follows all safety rules and keeps the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Performs other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Education

• 4 year college degree in Process Engineering, Engineering Technology, or an equivalent field with a concentration in plastic injection molding and/or 5 years experience in plastic injection molding
• Extensive knowledge of engineered resins, as well as function and operation of injection molding machines and peripheral equipment.

Functional Experience

• Use hand tools, crane, grinders, calipers, and gages
• Use of a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) and a hand or powered pallet jack
• Use of a computer and typical office software
• Ability to use handheld scanner
• Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment in assigned area