Injection Molding Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement

Georg Fischer; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Georg Fischer is seeking an Injection Molding Process Engineer to provide hands‑on support for production operations in Little Rock, AR. You will troubleshoot process issues, optimize cycles, and drive Lean improvements while ensuring quality and safety are maintained across molds and machines.

The role requires 3–5 years of hands‑on experience, a mechanical engineering background, and the ability to interpret drawings and process docs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands‑on injection molding experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of injection molding processes, machine operation, mold operation, and process parameters.
• Experience troubleshooting injection molding processes and identifying root causes of quality and production issues.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and process documentation.
• Proficient with measurement tools and basic inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands‑on technical support to injection molding production operations.
• Troubleshoots injection molding process issues and identifies opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and OEE.
• Develops, documents, and maintains standardized injection molding processes and operating parameters.
• Supports process optimization and Lean initiatives, including scrap reduction and cycle‑time improvements.
• Supports mold qualifications, process trials, capability studies, and production start‑ups.
• Works with tooling and operations to troubleshoot mold issues and improve mold performance.
• Supports installation, qualification, and ramp‑up of new injection molding machines and equipment.
• Introduces new molds, products, and processes into production.
• Performs trials and feasibility studies for new materials, molds, equipment, and manufacturing technologies.
• Uses data and structured problem‑solving to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Develops process documentation, work instructions, and process standards.
• Works with Quality to address process‑related quality issues and improve capability and stability.
• Participates in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintains accurate technical documentation, process parameters, trial results, and engineering reports.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to ensure successful implementation of improvements.
• Maintains a safe work environment and observes all safety regulations.

Skills

Injection molding

Root Cause Analysis

Process Optimization

Cross-functional Collaboration

Drawing Interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

NX

Moldflow

Job description

Georg Fischer is seeking an Injection Molding Process Engineer to provide hands‑on support for production operations in Little Rock, AR. You will troubleshoot process issues, optimize cycles, and drive Lean improvements while ensuring quality and safety are maintained across molds and machines.

The role requires 3–5 years of hands‑on experience, a mechanical engineering background, and the ability to interpret drawings and process docs.