Process Engineer

Description

• Review procedures and process to ensure quality standards are being met.
• Develop a standardized troubleshooting process, document and train the 24hr team.
• Train associates, including temporary employees in proper work methods, procedures, and quality.
• Hands on prototype work which may include 3D printing.
• Focus on improving molding cycle times while maintaining quality and developing a stabilized process. Ensure top 80% processes optimized. Utilize production report to drive action on processes with greatest variations from standard with input from Manufacturing Eng. team.
• Ownership for all aspects of engineering samples (mold installation, processing, inspection).
• Train associates in work methods, procedures, quality standards, Lean, and safety.
• Work with the manufacturing engineering team for new mold startups and process development.
• Utilize all available machine functionality to control process, identify issues, and eliminate overruns.
• Participate as member of a Project Team and/or cross-functional Team as required.
• Support manufacturing engineering projects as assigned.
• Record and report all production data/metrics, including output, scrap, and moisture/temperature.
• Troubleshoot processing issues on mold machines as they arise to minimize product impact.
• Lead Kaizens implementing lean tool including 5S, Poke Yoke, Visual Management, TPM, Quick Change, Single Piece Flow and Kanban.
• Owns the 8D process for all quality related events. Drive to root cause, propose and assist with implementation of preventative resolutions.
• Responsible to start, update and maintain all mold books for all molds.
• Develop and maintain molding process run-sheets.
• Standardize machine setups and working methods.

Requirements

• Lean manufacturing experience is required.
• Need initiative and hands-on experience to resolve problems, able to work as member of a team, and knowledge of computer systems required. Experience on Nissei machines is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (AND) one or more years of relevant experience (including molding machine set-up and operation, injection molding processing); (OR) an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• In-depth understanding of molding processes, including how adjustments to different process parameters can affect the final product.
• Project Management experience preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Moldflow analysis is strongly preferred.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Volunteer Time
• 401k with Company Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Personal Days
• Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance