Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve machine process, develop work instructions, and train employees
• Provide training to process technicians, machine attendants and supervisors on new or modified processes
• Provide technical assistance to process technicians and machine attendants
• Assist in determining root cause and provide corrective action with customer product complaints
• Develop appropriate manufacturing process documentation (work instructions, process setup instructions, and maintenance requirements) for integration into the company’s quality system
• Validate implemented manufacturing process improvements to ensure desired results and sustainability
• Investigate operational problems affecting production in a systematic and methodical manner
• Participate in projects that support in reducing downtime and scrap
• Communicating closely with management team members regarding all aspects of quality control
• Track inventories and order supplies as they are needed
• Investigate operational problems affecting production in a systematic and methodical manner
• Managing new mold sampling including all documentation. Validating process development efforts and interaction with part quality. Feedback to corporate engineering for follow up as necessary
• Adhering to quality system requirements and a focus on continuous improvement
• Drive ToolingU - SME training at the plant level
• Shift flexibility, able to come in early, stay late or show up on the weekends as production issues are encountered
• Ability to work independently and on a team
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by plant manager

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline (preferably manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering related)
• Minimum of 2 years' work experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, and/or Quality Assurance functions preferably within Injection Molding Plastics Manufacturing
• Working knowledge of high-volume manufacturing
• Desired attainment of nationally recognized certification in manufacturing engineering, such as AME or SME
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work alone, or in a team environment with limited supervision
• Excellent computer and data analysis skills. proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), SAP & Data Analysis (such as Minitab) experience a plus