Process Engineer - Injection Molding - Military Veterans

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Plastics Process Engineer to join our dynamic team at a leading provider of innovative medical device components and assemblies. This is an exciting hands-on opportunity to partner with site management and collaborate with manufacturing and project teams to oversee the implementation of new processes. The ideal candidate will be highly talented, results-oriented, and focused on production launches and variation reduction initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Process and Technical Support:
  
  
  
  
  • Demonstrate process engineering expertise in various molding techniques, including injection, compression/transfer molding, thermoplastic, liquid silicone rubber, and high consistency rubber.
    
  
  
  • Ensure that new products meet production readiness requirements with upfront input on Tooling, Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) or other as needed.
    
  
  
  
  
  


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  Process Development:
  
  
  
  
  • Develop and implement scientific molding principles to control processes based on key parameters.
    
  
  
  • Perform initial setups for new and supplied molds, converting best practices into documented instructions with visual aids for proper plumbing, tool function, and other considerations.
    
  
  
  • Document process optimizations and qualifications, communicating qualified process ranges using the Universal Process Sheet (UPS) and process monitoring tools.
    
  
  
  
  
  


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  Training and Documentation:
  
  
  
  
  • Develop training materials and train process and setup technicians.
    
  
  
  • Define, document, and train operators in standard work methods.
    
  
  
  • Employ problem-solving and continual improvement techniques to enhance process efficacy.
    
  
  
  
  
  


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  Process Improvement:
  
  
  
  
  • Evaluate and improve existing production jobs, achieving productivity gains in material, labor, and overhead on non-capable processes.
    
  
  
  • Identify waste and cost reduction opportunities, championing projects to completion, including improvements in production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
    
  
  
  
  
  


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  Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  
  
  
  • Interface with production, tool room, engineering, and quality assurance teams to identify and resolve root causes of problems and meet plant objectives.
    
  
  
  • Provide tooling assessments to solve ongoing concerns, increase tool life, and reduce downtime due to tooling-related issues.
    
  
  
  • Support production by solving processing issues and performing setups as necessary to meet customer orders.
    
  
  
  
  
  


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  General Responsibilities:
  
  
  
  
  • Follow necessary operating procedures and instructions.
    
  
  
  • Maintain an understanding of ERP systems, databases, and bill-of-manufacture to ensure accurate and current information is available to all employees.
    
  
  
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
    
  
  
  • Work closely with production supervisors to coordinate setup processing priorities.
    
  
  
  
  
  
  

Qualifications:

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  Education:
  
  
  
  
  • Technical education in Plastics Engineering, Engineering, or Polymer Science.
    
  
  
  
  
  


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  Experience:
  
  
  
  
  • Experience applying a scientific approach to molding, with a strong background in various molding techniques.
    
  
  
  • Proven ability to set up and optimize molds, develop and document processes, and improve production efficiency.
    
  
  
  
  
  


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  Skills:
  
  
  
  
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to continual improvement.
    
  
  
  • Excellent communication and training skills to effectively convey technical information.
    
  
  
  • Capable of working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
    
  
  
  
  
  
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, PTO, and holiday pay.
  


• Opportunity for career growth and development within a family-owned company with a rich history of innovation in the medical device industry.
  


• A collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions make a significant impact.