Job Summary: The Backend Molding Process Engineer is a "hands-on" position that plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing equipment and processes to produce high quality molded product.
The Process Engineer is responsible for coordinating the molding efforts on new program launches, setting up and/or revising manufacturing processes and assisting the manufacturing operations in problem solving and continuous process improvements.
While monitoring the effectiveness of processes this individual quantifies results, documents and presents findings to management and prepares reports.
This position also mentors and provides training to other injection molding personnel.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Develop new processes, assess and document new and existing processes.
Implement and evaluate changes to existing processes designed to improve product quality, productivity and overall equipment efficiency.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to process technicians, operators and other molding personnel.
Develop and maintain process documentation ensuring that processes and procedures are clearly stated and understandable for all employees.
Provide technical support/solutions to manufacturing processes, improve yield and throughput, drive cost reduction activities and improve on part quality.
Demonstrated ability to start-up, operate and shut down process related equipment.
Must be able to work independently on new process development as well as troubleshooting current production issues.
Work with equipment and material vendors to resolve machine and material issues.
Monitor and report issues with injection molds, make recommendations for refurbishment based on production factors such as cycles, process capability and tooling history.
Interact with customers to resolve issues and provide new project updates.
Implement technical solutions including statistical methodology to meet customer cost, quality, and delivery expectations.
Facilitate and support facility and manufacturing safety, environmental, and ergonomics efforts.
Competencies: Self-motivated and independent Approachable & internal customer focus Integrity Action Oriented Strategic Agility & Planning Communication Skills (both written and presentation).
Strong attention to detail Cross-functional Familiarity with health and safety requirements in an industrial environment Requirements: Bachelor's degree in engineering, with 1+ years of industrial/manufacturing experience, or advanced degree with relevant lab experience.
Experience with JMP, Minitab, Tableau or similar software preferred.
Excellent analytical, organizational, planning, and problem-solving/troubleshooting skills.
Comfortable in a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to manage conflict in a stressful environment.
Understands and listens to team members and fosters a productive team environment.
Handles multiple projects and priorities.
Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
Proficient in advanced techniques with relevant software: MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.
in addition to experience working within shared work environments.
10% domestic and international travel.
