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

Pay Rate : $85,000 Yearly