Plastics Injection Molding Process Engineer

Summary:

The Process Engineer is a hands-on role responsible for developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting injection molding processes to ensure high-quality plastic components. This position supports new product launches, continuous improvement initiatives, and technical problem-solving across molding operations.

Job Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary at any time.

• Initial Process development on all new tooling.
• Run and monitor the cycle time reduction program.
• Document all processes and sample findings.
• Troubleshoot existing production issues, driving to a robust solution.
• Participate in Mold design reviews.
• Set sample tooling and prepare work cell.
• Analyze problems with new tooling start-up and propose solutions.
• Research new technologies for manufacturing as needed.
• Perform DOE’s
• Perform other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Plastics or Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years in plastic injection molding process engineering
• Hands-on experience with mold setup, troubleshooting, and validation in scientific molding.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and process control.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with RJG or similar process monitoring systems is a plus.