Hands-On Process Engineer: Molding & Process Optimization

Medix™; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer in Milwaukee, WI to develop and optimize molding processes. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and a minimum of 5 years' experience in a molding environment. You will ensure new products are ready for production, conduct process validation, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Strong communication and troubleshooting skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong individual who enjoys working closely with production teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering, Engineering, Polymer Science, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a molding environment.
• Strong experience applying scientific molding principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain molding processes for new and existing products.
• Ensure new products are production-ready prior to release.
• Lead process validation activities including IQ, OQ, and ownership of PQ.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for variation reduction.
• Train and develop production staff on standard work and problem-solving.

Skills

Scientific molding principles

Process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)

Troubleshooting molding processes

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering or related field

Job description

A manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer in Milwaukee, WI to develop and optimize molding processes. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and a minimum of 5 years' experience in a molding environment. You will ensure new products are ready for production, conduct process validation, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Strong communication and troubleshooting skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong individual who enjoys working closely with production teams.