Injection Molding Process Engineer

Molding Dynamics Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Injection Molding Process Engineer to lead the establishment of molding conditions and drive continuous improvement. This role involves troubleshooting processes, evaluating tooling, and ensuring product quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in injection molding and a strong engineering background. This position offers a chance to be at the forefront of innovation in manufacturing, contributing to the optimization of processes and mentoring team members. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in injection molding.
• Training available for the right candidate with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish process conditions through scientific molding for new products.
• Troubleshoot molding processes and resolve equipment issues.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of thermoplastic materials

Injection molding experience

Education

Associates in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

10+ years of experience in injection molding

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Robots and peripheral equipment programming

Job description

Injection Molding Process Engineer Job Description

The Injection Molding Process Engineer at Molding Dynamics will have a lead role in establishing molding conditions, integrating new projects into production and driving continuous improvement. They will ensure that products run within quality standards and meet all production goals. The Injection Molding Process Engineer provides technical leadership, interacts with other departments to resolve problems that interfere with productivity, and has a good understanding of manufacturing operations and processes.

The Injection Molding Process Engineer responsibilities include the following:

1. Establish process conditions through scientific molding for new products
2. Troubleshoot molding processes and material or equipment issues
3. Evaluate tooling for areas of concern, areas of improvement for quality and efficiency, and recommend improvements to optimize molding, setup, and overall manufacturing
4. Collect and analyze data on individual processes to identify and improve process capability
5. Document and maintain mold process sheets for accuracy
6. Support process technicians through training in scientific molding practices
7. Leadership role in continuous improvement and cost reduction activities
8. Use Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other techniques to analyze process data to determine capabilities as well as improvements
9. Program robots and peripheral equipment
10. Additional items as needed to ensure smooth operation of the plant

Injection Molding Process Engineer Job Requirements

The injection molding process engineer has a number of job skills and requirements. However, training is available for the right candidate. The ideal candidate will already possess:

1. Associates in Engineering or Engineering Technology with focus in Plastics, Manufacturing or Mechanical; Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred; or 10+ years of direct applicable experience in injection molding
2. 5+ years of hands-on experience in injection molding in addition to one of the aforementioned technical degrees
3. A working knowledge and experience with injection molding and ancillary equipment
4. A working knowledge of a wide range of thermoplastic materials and their properties
5. Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail

What will put you ahead

1. RJG Master Molder I/II or AIM certification
2. Willingness to work occasional overtime and weekends as needed
3. Experience in mentoring and developing associate members of the molding process development team

Injection Molding Process Engineer Salary

Molding Dynamics is committed to providing a competitive salary and compensation package for the right process engineer candidate.

Competitive pay commensurate with experience

Apply Now to Become an Injection Molding Process Engineer

Molding Dynamics, Inc.

7009 Krick Road
Bedford, OH 44146
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