Strong mechanical aptitude with scientific molding experience preferred
Good communication and interpretation skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Proven experience with injection molding machine operations
Responsibilities
Perform start-up, shutdown, and troubleshooting of molding processes during production
Monitor process parameters and equipment in the injection molding cell
Coordinate and set up secondary and auxiliary equipment for production
Manage pre-drying requirements for materials
Assist with mold insert changes and new mold samplings
Communicate daily with management and quality assurance about molding issues
Implement technical solutions to meet customer expectations for cost, quality, and delivery
Benefits
Promote safety, quality, and environmental awareness
Work with advanced automated molding technologies
Engage in continuous learning and process improvement
Be part of a collaborative team environment
Opportunity to assist in planning and acquiring new production equipment
Full Job Description
Purpose:
The process engineer is responsible for maintaining daily production uptime of fully automated molding machines, including all subsequent pre- and post-mold operations such as trimming, insert loading, and automated part handling. The process technician must have a good fundamental knowledge of the injection molding process, raw material, test methods, processing controls, and secondary equipment. This position directly reports to the Plant Manager.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Perform all start-up, shutdown, and troubleshooting of the molding process during normal production run.
Monitor all process parameters and peripherals in injection molding cell, including driers, thermal control units, and testing equipment to ensure correct operation and performance
Coordinate and/ or set up all secondary and auxiliary equipment as needed for each job
Ensure that materials requiring pre-drying are managed properly.
Assist with all mold insert changes
Coordinate and assist with new mold samplings including the molding process and the creation of full documentation on processing parameters.
Communicate with management, quality assurance, and shop floor daily to discuss all modeling related issues
Assist with the planning, purchase, installation, and qualification of new production equipment including injection machines; automation and robotics; material handling; and related auxiliary equipment system
Assist set-up technicians and material Handlers as needed
Implement technical solutions to meet customer cost, quality, and delivery expectations
Monitor and document issues with injection molds, and make recommendations for repair and refurbishment based on production requirements
Ensure that the production activities are carried out in accordance with approved procedures
Promote safety, quality, and environmental awareness at all times
Always follow department operational procedures.
Operate the machines as needed
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role (Preferred).
Strong mechanical aptitude and scientific molding experience would be beneficial
Good communication/Interpretation skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast pace, high change environment, with limited supervision
Demonstrated ability to start up, operate, and shut down injection molding machines and related process equipment
