10-15+ years of hands-on process engineering experience, particularly with LSR/LIM.
Proven track record in developing and optimizing LSR molding processes.
Experience with IQ/OQ/PQ process and equipment qualification.
Strong grasp of Scientific Molding, DOE, and statistical techniques.
Familiarity with conventional thermoplastic injection molding in addition to LSR.
Excellent project management and communication skills.
Responsibilities
Lead LSR/LIM process development using scientific molding principles and statistical analysis.
Provide technical expertise on two-component LSR material delivery and process optimization.
Support IQ/OQ/PQ validation activities for LSR molding equipment and processes.
Participate in mold design reviews and equipment selection for new manufacturing systems.
Oversee tooling and process activities for new product introductions from design to production launch.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to industrialize new programs successfully.
Utilize process-monitoring technologies to maintain process control and troubleshoot complex interactions.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development and mentoring.
Engagement with cutting-edge technology in LSR molding.
Collaboration with diverse teams across R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing.
Involvement in innovative projects within the medical components sector.
Full Job Description
Job Duties and Responsibilities include:
Lead LSR/LIM process development, applying scientific molding principles, Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and structured troubleshooting to establish robust processing windows.
Provide technical expertise related to two-component LSR material delivery and metering, mixing, cold-runner systems, mold temperature management, cure behavior, tooling, automation, demolding, and process optimization.
Lead and support IQ/OQ/PQ validation activities for LSR molding equipment, tooling, automation, and manufacturing processes used for medical components.
Participate in LSR mold design reviews, equipment specification and selection, capital appropriation requests, and the installation and qualification of new manufacturing systems.
Lead tooling and process activities for new product introductions from design and mold build through sampling, validation, commercialization, and production launch.
Partner closely with Quality, R&D, Manufacturing, Tooling, Automation and Project Management to successfully industrialize new programs.
Use cavity pressure and other process-monitoring technologies such as RJG eDART/CoPilot and Kistler ComoNeo/CoMo systems to establish and maintain process control.
Troubleshoot complex interactions among material, machine, mold, temperature control, automation, and part design.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time, scrap reduction, process capability, uptime, repeatability, and overall manufacturing performance.
Develop technical standards and training materials and provide mentoring, coaching, and technical leadership to Process Engineers, technicians, setup personnel, and other manufacturing associates.
Interface directly with customers, suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and tooling partners as the technical processing lead for assigned LSR programs.
Desired Experience
Ideally 10-15+ years of hands-on process engineering experience, including significant experience with Liquid Silicone Rubber/Liquid Injection Molding (LSR/LIM).
Demonstrated experience developing, optimizing, troubleshooting, and launching LSR molding processes, including metering/mixing and dosing systems, tooling, cold-runner technology, thermal management, curing behavior, automation, and part handling.
Demonstrated experience conducting or supporting IQ/OQ/PQ process and equipment qualification.
Advanced understanding of Scientific Molding, DOE methodology, systematic processing, statistical techniques, root-cause analysis, and structured troubleshooting.
Experience with conventional thermoplastic injection molding processes, machines, tooling, and materials in addition to LSR.
Strong project-management, technical documentation, communication, and customer-facing skills.
Preferred Experience:
Plastics Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical degree
RJG Master Molder II certification
AIM Institute Plastics Technology & Engineering (PTE), Molding 3, or comparable advanced plastic processing education
Experience with RJG eDART/CoPilot, Kistler ComoNeo/CoMo, or comparable cavity-pressure and process-monitoring technology
