Process Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop robust process utilizing scientific molding techniques, such as gate freeze analysis, short shot analysis, etc. as defined in the approved protocol.
• Utilize and develop DOE to meet process goals.
• Document findings of sample and submit report to Process Lead, Tooling Engineer, and Program Manager.
• Supply engineering file with the following information: DOE, process sheet, water diagram.
• Collaborate with quality group to verify product criteria.
• Support production through starting up machines and problem-solving processes.
• Share ideas on how the team or process can be improved.
• Locates, safely transports, and stores the injection mold in accordance with established guidelines and procedure.
• Installs and removes injection molds from assigned presses.
• Set-up and prepare auxiliary/ secondary support equipment as required at the press.
• Follows proper set-up/cycle sheets.
• Documents process control for samples presses.
• Verify documents are correctly filled out prior to set-up sign-off.
• Takes shots of parts and visually checks them for defects, logging information into paperwork.
• Operates forklifts and overhead cranes while conducting mold set-up when needed
• Maintains and promotes a safe and clean working environment.
• Keep clean and organized throughout the shift, not just at the end of the shift.
• Other tasks assigned by supervisor.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Valid identification and the ability to legally work in the United States
• 4-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience
• 6 years of molding process in the plastic industry.
• Basic computer experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and email software, preferably in Microsoft Suite.
• Thorough knowledge of plastic resins, mold set-up and functions of an injection molding press is required; processing on injection molding machines; statistical process controls is preferred; solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• To write clearly and legibly reports and correspondence.
• Technical mathematical computations (example: add, subtract, and divide in all unit of measure, using whole numbers and decimals, and statistical inference)
• Must be detail orientated.
• Ability and willingness to problem solve.
• Maintain a positive attitude and readily adapts to changes necessary to support the business.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form; to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees in the organization
• Walking and stair climbing is required within the office/shop areas.
• May be required to stoop, climb, lay down and other various position to perform work on equipment.
• Sitting, standing, turning the head and torso, reaching, grasping, bending, and flexing of the arms, legs, wrists, and fingers are physical requirements.
• The position must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs unaided
• Embodies MME Group Core Values