Process Engineering Senior

Responsibilities Assists providing direction to the site process team including PE’s, Process Technicians, and mold setters.

Responsible for injection molding related continuous improvement including but not limited to - cycle times, scrap, quality, and material cost reduction.

Develops plans for injection molding process improvement and will have specific areas of accountability in its execution.

Provides support on new product launch tooling, providing the manufacturing input for development of new process and improvements to existing processes and tooling.

Work with Tooling Manager for all tool repairs and maintenance.

Maintains documentation closely following necessary timeliness on specific projects.

Works closely with the site Technical Manager to develop appropriate training material for the plant’s operations.

Evaluates the maintenance team and develops a site specific training/skill top grade program to ensure success; assist the site technical manager to determine where training needs are required, and hold training seminars where applicable and setup site training when needed.

Site owner for eDart; ensure the scientific molding principles are applied and followed; work closely with the Technical Manager to develop and eDart deployment and maintenance strategy.

Manages projects that could include: new equipment justification, selection, and installation; development of new manufacturing methods; in conjunction with the tooling process engineer, responsible for new tool design and development.

Responsible to be a root cause problem solver (must have problem solving training); when solving processing issues the PE will apply a logical methodology and will use data where possible to make the best decisions.

Develops a training program for process technicians and mold changers; leads cycle time improvements, mold change time reductions, and decreased process troubleshooting time. when applicable the PE will need to write an appropriation’s request, follow the request through the approval process, and help the plant implement.

Required Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree. Area of Study: Plastics, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or similar. Equivalent work experience may also be considered for this position.

Experience Level, Skills, Knowledge) 5-7 Minimum Years of Experience with injection molding process. 5-9 Minimum Years of Experience within the automotive industry. Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants which might require climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces. · Exceptional understanding of injection molding processes. · Extensive hands on experience with injection molding equipment, robotics, and auxiliary equipment. · Proven mechanical aptitude for problem solving. · Proven process and tooling engineering excellence in the automotive industry.

As one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future. In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng’s history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide. Advance your career with personal and professional growth as a part of our global team!

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