Are you a technical expert in injection molding looking to take the lead in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Join our team as a Plastic Process Engineer and drive excellence in safety, quality, and efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding results.
In this role, you'll serve as the go-to technical resource, tackling challenges and ensuring smooth operations in injection molding processes. You'll lead continuous improvement initiatives, foster collaboration, and mentor production teams-all while contributing to the development and launch of innovative new products.
PositionPlastics Process Engineer - 3rd shift
LocationUSA, Louisville, KY
How You'll Create PossibilitiesRESPONSIBILITIES:- Process Expertise: Optimize, troubleshoot, and maintain injection molding operations.
- Continuous Improvement: Implement Lean practices, reduce waste, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Team Leadership: Train and guide production teams to achieve operational excellence.
- Problem Solving: Collaborate with Production, Tooling, Maintenance, and Quality teams to address challenges and implement effective solutions.
- Process Documentation: Develop, maintain, and update process standards, control plans, and quality protocols.
- Innovation: Contribute to new product launches, mold development, and advanced technology implementations, including RJG systems and robotics.
- Vendor Collaboration: Partner with equipment suppliers and OEMs to integrate best practices and lessons learned.
What You'll Bring to Our TeamRequired Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related discipline OR equivalent hands-on experience in technical/manufacturing disciplines
- 5+ years in injection molding operations and RJG systems (Edart and Copilot).
- 5+ years in injection molding
- 5+ years with experience in RJG (Edart and Copilot)
- 5+ years with experience in Robotics and EOAT's
- Extensive Experience with mold sampling, mold flow functionality and scientific molding practices
- Proven ability to motivate others, develop creative/innovative techniques to effectively communicate training objectives, and enable successful transfer of skills and address current training needs.
- Must be a self-starter with initiative, capable of working independently and be able to proactively communicate trends within the business.
- Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime
- Excellent problem-solving skills in regard to injection molding
Preferred Qualifications:
- BS degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
- RJG certified and understanding in EDart and CoPilot
- Experience in programing Robots, Automation and design of EOAT's
- Experience with implementing Lean process improvement in a manufacturing operation
