About this role
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Provides hands-on technical support to injection molding production operations. • Troubleshoots injection molding process issues and identifies opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and OEE. • Develops, documents, and maintains standardized injection molding processes and operating parameters. • Supports process optimization and continuous improvement activities, including scrap reduction, cycle-time improvement, downtime reduction, and cost reduction. • Supports mold qualifications, process trials, capability studies, and production start-ups. • Works with Tooling and Operations to troubleshoot mold-related issues and improve mold performance. • Supports the installation, qualification, and ramp-up of new injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment. • Supports the introduction of new molds, products, and processes into production. • Performs process trials and feasibility studies for new materials, molds, equipment, and manufacturing technologies. • Uses data and structured problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. • Supports development and implementation of process documentation, work instructions, and process standards. • Works closely with Quality to address process-related quality issues and improve process capability and stability. • Participates in continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives. • Maintains accurate technical documentation, process parameters, trial results, and engineering reports. • Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of process improvements. • Maintains a safe work environment and follows all applicable safety regulations and company policies. • Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience with injection molding processes in a manufacturing environment. • Strong understanding of injection molding processes, machine operation, mold operation, and process parameters. • Experience troubleshooting injection molding processes and identifying root causes of quality and production issues. • Understanding of mold design, mold components, and basic tooling concepts. • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and process documentation. • Ability to use measurement equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and other basic inspection equipment. • Knowledge of plastics processing, including an understanding of material behavior and processing requirements. • Experience with semi-crystalline and amorphous plastics is preferred. • Experience with PVC, CPVC, polyolefins, or other thermoplastic materials is a plus. • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. • Experience with Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies. • Ability to work effectively with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and other cross-functional teams. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. • Ability to read and understand technical drawings and documentation. • CAD experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX, or similar software is preferred. • Experience with Moldflow or similar injection molding simulation software is a plus. • Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects and priorities. • Willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment. • Ability to travel domestically as needed to support business requirements. (< 10%) Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Plastics/Polymer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field preferred. • Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant manufacturing experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. • 3–5 years of hands-on injection molding process engineering or related plastics manufacturing experience required. • Experience working with injection molding machines, molds, auxiliary equipment, and thermoplastic materials. • Experience with injection molding process development, optimization, troubleshooting, and qualification.
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