What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Improvement Engineer, Wax Injection & Die Maintenance position at Princeton Precision Group?
Build reliability. Elevate quality. Lead change. (Tampa, FL)
Our mission is simple: transform wax processes into a competitive advantage. As the Process Improvement Engineer for wax injection and die maintenance, you will own the systems that drive throughput, consistency, and yield in an investment casting environment. Your work will ripple from the press to the assembly line — and straight to the customer.
Your impact
Tampa, FL
Regulatory compliance
Princeton Precision Group abides by applicable export control laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in accordance with the company's export control procedures. Most positions require access to ITAR/EAR-controlled information. As such, persons considered for this position must be either a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder) or otherwise classifiable as a “U.S. Person” under relevant regulations.
Our mission is simple: transform wax processes into a competitive advantage. As the Process Improvement Engineer for wax injection and die maintenance, you will own the systems that drive throughput, consistency, and yield in an investment casting environment. Your work will ripple from the press to the assembly line — and straight to the customer.
Your impact
- Drive continuous improvement by dissecting current wax processes and eliminating waste.
- Engineer robust process controls that raise product quality and stabilize performance.
- Redesign workflows with cross-functional partners for speed and repeatability.
- Run experiments, perform data analysis, and confirm improvements with evidence.
- Capture knowledge in reports and SOPs so gains are sustained.
- Enable operators: deliver training and technical support on new processes and equipment.
- Strengthen the die maintenance program; perform hands-on maintenance when needed.
- Verify wax injection equipment settings and outputs are on-spec and capable.
- Serve as the on-shift resource to troubleshoot operational issues in real time.
- Continuously import best practices and emerging methods from across the industry.
- Quarterly profit-sharing bonus (eligible upon hire)
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition/professional development reimbursement
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Optional HSA with company contribution
- Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Limitless opportunity for advancement
- Bachelor’s in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering (or related), or relevant experience.
- 2 years in process engineering within manufacturing; lost-wax process experience preferred.
- Analytical, systematic problem-solver with meticulous attention to detail.
- Comfort with process simulation and data analytics platforms.
- Clear communicator who thrives in team settings while managing multiple priorities.
- Exposure to Lean and Six Sigma methodologies is beneficial.
- Continuous Improvement; Lean Manufacturing Principles
- 5 Why; Root Cause Analysis
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Process Engineering; Process Development
- Production Optimization; Quality Control Experience
- ISO 9001; AS9100 Experience
- NADCAP familiarity
- Non-conforming Product Identification
- Engineering Degree (or equivalent experience)
- Injection Molding Machine
Tampa, FL
Regulatory compliance
Princeton Precision Group abides by applicable export control laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in accordance with the company's export control procedures. Most positions require access to ITAR/EAR-controlled information. As such, persons considered for this position must be either a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder) or otherwise classifiable as a “U.S. Person” under relevant regulations.
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000