Manufacturing Engineer

Volt is immediately hiring for Manufacturing Engineer in Whitestown, IN.

As a Manufacturing Engineer you will:

Detailed Job Description

• The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes and systems at the manufacturing facility to ensure efficient production, product quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• The Manufacturing Engineer plays a vital role in the production of high-quality plastic products.
• This role requires a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality control principles, along with the ability to collaborate across various departments to achieve production goals and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop, improve, and optimize manufacturing processes in the plant, including extrusion, injection molding, assembly, and packaging.
• Conduct process validation and verification activities to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to industry standards.
• Work with product management and product design engineers on new product design or design changes to improve manufacturability.
• Perform continuous improvement and cost reduction activities on products produced, including identification of potential design changes and/or process improvements to enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize defects.
• Collaborate with tooling and equipment designers to create tooling, equipment, or fixtures (including molds, dies, and other manufacturing tools) that meet product specifications and performance requirements.
• Evaluate product and tooling designs for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and ease of maintenance.
• Create work instructions (set-up and operation) for new equipment and assist in training.
• Develop recommended preventive maintenance schedules for new equipment.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures to monitor and ensure product consistency and compliance with regulatory standards.

This is a full-time, direct hire opportunity.

The ideal candidate will have: Mandatory Skills

• Associate's degree required.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, plastics engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering or manufacturing experience, preferably with a background in manufacturing plastic products.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong knowledge of plastics manufacturing processes, including injection molding, extrusion, and related technologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software for tooling and fixture design.
• Familiarity with quality control methodologies and relevant standards (ISO, ASTM, etc.).
• Project Management experience is a plus.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Salary Range: $71,700-$79,000/ Year

*Salary range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.

Benefits: Provided by the client as this is a Direct Hire position.

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