Injection Molding Process Engineer (Nights)

SURGE Staffing; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SURGE Staffing invites applications for a mechanical/industrial engineer to support plant and corporate programs. You will drive productivity improvements, standardize processes, install new equipment, and assist in new product introductions and mold/tooling optimization.

You will collaborate with E&TS and machine suppliers to maintain and improve molding operations, safety, quality, and delivery performance. A strong background in molding processes and project leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of molding processes and equipment.
• Experience with SPC systems and process improvement.
• Project management experience in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in plant production and QA while maximizing machine performance, safety and quality.
• Drive development and implementation in SPC systems and material advances with E&TS.
• Develop and update preventative maintenance for molds and injection molding machines with E&TS and suppliers.

Skills

Molding process

SPC systems

Preventive maintenance

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/industrial engineering

7+ years of relevant experience

Job description

This position provides engineering support for plant and corporate programs, including productivity improvements, process and manufacturing standardization, business expansion of new product lines, installation and startup of new equipment, and introduction of new products.

Responsibilities

• Assists in plant production and quality assurance while maintaining processes & maximizing machine performance, safety, and quality
• Drives development and implementation in SPC systems, also evaluates and implements material advances in conjunction with E&TS
• Develops and updates preventative maintenance of molds and injection molding machines while working in conjunction with E&TS and machine suppliers
• Aims for product and process improvements of existing operations and is a resource for mold and equipment repairs
• Provide ongoing technical support to plant operations to ensure safety, productivity, quality, and delivery performance for the plant
• Assist in component evaluation for new products and new product testing, including new mold and equipment installations
• Coordinate all Pro-T-Con activity, developing and implementing process, product, and equipment improvements in the plant
• Develop standard operating procedures for molding machines and related equipment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/industrial engineering and/or 7+ years of relevant experience
• Extensive knowledge of the molding process, molding equipment, molding materials, and mold tooling
• Project management expertise in process improvement and innovation principles
• Ability to react to situations in a timely manner and be flexible with people and operational assets
• Ability to anticipate operational problems and act on those intuitions