This role is responsible for improving and optimizing injection molding manufacturing operations through process development, data analysis, troubleshooting, documentation, training, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position serves as a technical leader who drives lean manufacturing, reduces costs and waste, implements automation and process improvements, and helps increase productivity, quality, safety, and overall profitability.
Client Details
Our client is a privately held U.S.-based manufacturer specializes in custom injection molding and full-service contract manufacturing for OEM customers across a wide range of industries, including medical devices, industrial equipment, automotive components, electronics, and automation systems. The company is known for its engineering expertise, ISO 9001-certified quality standards, comprehensive production capabilities-from design and tooling through molding, assembly, finishing, and testing-and its commitment to delivering complex manufacturing solutions that improve customer efficiency, quality, and speed to market.
Description
- Promote and maintain a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies, utilizing required PPE, maintaining workplace organization, and promptly reporting hazards, incidents, or near misses.
- Design, refine, and resolve issues within injection molding processes using a broad range of engineering-grade and commodity resins.
- Evaluate existing procedures and implement process enhancements to improve operational efficiency and organizational performance.
- Establish, track, analyze, and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) related to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing leadership to develop and transition sustainable process controls following project completion.
- Serve as a key manufacturing technical expert during Design for Manufacturing (DFM) activities and product development efforts.
- Assess workforce development needs and create training programs for Manufacturing personnel, including Material Handlers, Mold Setters, and Process Technicians.
- Oversee process-related documentation, including process sheets, work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ISO-controlled records.
- Support the maintenance and accuracy of departmental records to ensure compliance with company procedures and ISO standards.
- Educate and mentor team members on advanced troubleshooting methods, processing best practices, and setup techniques.
- Lead continuous improvement projects focused on reducing waste, lowering manufacturing costs, improving quality, and increasing production output.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to achieve departmental objectives and broader business goals
- Work closely with Molding Operations leadership to meet daily, weekly, and long-term production targets.
- Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Quality, and Finishing teams to support engineering changes, product launches, and production transitions.
- Research, evaluate, and implement new equipment, automation solutions, and technologies that enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
- Champion and advance lean manufacturing principles throughout the organization to drive continuous operational excellence.
- Review safety-related processes and procedures, identifying opportunities to strengthen workplace safety and prevent accidents.
- Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned to support business needs.
Profile
A successful process senior process engineer will have the following experience:
- A bachelor's degree in engineering/technical field or relevant industry experience
- Experience working within in a plastic (injection molding preferred) manufacturing setting
- Contract manufacturing experience is preferred (high mix, low volume)
- Experience with developing and improving manufacturing processes
- Ability to mentor/train the younger technicians/inspectors on best practices.
Job Offer
- Salary up to roughly $100,000 - $120,000 - depending on interview strength & experience
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401 (k) matching
- More!
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