Injection Molding Process Engineer

Woodstock, AL
Full Time
Experienced

SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Injection Molding Process Engineer candidate, in the for an important automotive manufacturing concern. This is a Direct Hire role based in Woodstock AL that requires an onsite presence. If you are eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact in this position, we look forward to your application.

PURPOSE: 
The Injection Molding Process Engineer is a "hands-on" position that plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing equipment and processes to produce high quality injection molded product. The Process Engineer is responsible for coordinating the molding efforts on new program launches, setting up and/or revising manufacturing processes and assisting the manufacturing operations in problem solving and continuous process improvements. While monitoring the effectiveness of processes this individual quantifies results, documents and presents findings to management and prepares reports. This position also mentors and provides training to other injection molding personnel, including but not limited to Process Techs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop new processes, assess and document new and existing processes.
  • Implements and evaluates changes to existing processes designed to improve product quality, productivity, and overall equipment efficiency.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to process technicians, operators, and other molding personnel.
  • Develop and maintain process documentation ensuring that processes and procedures are clearly stated and understandable for all employees. 
  • Provide technical support/solutions to manufacturing processes, improve yield and throughput, drive cost reduction activities and improve on part quality.
  • Demonstrated ability to start-up, operate and shut down process related equipment. Must be able to work independently on new process development as well as troubleshooting current production issues.
  • Develop, edit, or modify programs for Gantry Robots on molding equipment. This includes the equipment and end of arm tooling.
  • Work with equipment and material vendors to resolve machine and material issues.
  • Monitor and report issues with injection molds, make recommendations for refurbishment based on production factors such as cycles, process capability and tooling history.
  • Interact with customers to resolve issues and provide new project updates. 
  • Implement technical solutions including statistical methodology to meet customer cost, quality, and delivery expectations.
  • Facilitate and support facility and manufacturing safety, environmental, and ergonomics efforts.
  • Maintain knowledge of the best practices in manufacturing methods, trends, and technology, applying that knowledge to maintain the organization’s competitive position in the industry.
  • Identifies and assesses various problems and departures from standard manufacturing practices, recommending solutions as available.
  • Implement methods and modifications to reduce production costs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
  • Preferred candidate will have a B.S. degree in Plastics, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, but is not mandatory.
  • A degreed level of Post-Secondary education is required.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of practical work experience in an Injection Molding Operation with hands on responsibility for programming and process improvement.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • Candidate must have a strong and diverse technical background in injection molding processing, tooling, equipment, materials, manufacturing and quality.
  • A self-starter, able to work with little direction and with a high level of self-motivation.
  • Manage multiple projects to a conclusion effectively
  • Superior communication skills, written and verbal skills is crucial.
  • Promote teamwork and have strong organizational skills.  
  • Candidate should have excellent computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
  • Be able to demonstrate the capability to think out of the box and recommend options.
  • Candidate should be able to lead others; responsibility may include indirect supervision of process technicians.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Work is generally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting to 25 lbs.
  • Will experience periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
 FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE:
  • Location: Woodstock AL
  • Schedule: Full Time
  • Assignment Start: ASAP
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.
 

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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