Plastics Process Engineer - 2nd shift

haier; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking a Plastics Process Engineer for 2nd shift in Louisville, KY. You will optimize injection molding, drive lean improvements, and lead production teams to achieve operational excellence across multiple shifts in a fast-growing appliance environment.

Key duties include collaboration with Tooling, Maintenance, and Quality while developing standards, control plans, and new molding technology such as RJG systems and robotics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or equivalent hands-on experience in technical/manufacturing disciplines.
• 5+ years in injection molding operations and RJG systems (Edart and Copilot).
• 5+ years in injection molding experience.
• 5+ years with RJG (Edart and Copilot).
• 5+ years with Robotics and EOATs experience.
• Extensive mold sampling, mold flow and scientific molding experience.
• Ability to motivate others and communicate training objectives clearly.
• Self-starter, able to work independently and communicate trends.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime.
• Strong problem-solving skills for injection molding.

Responsibilities

• Process Expertise: Optimize, troubleshoot, and maintain injection molding operations.
• Continuous Improvement: Lean practices, reduce waste, improve OEE.
• Team Leadership: Train and guide production teams to excellence.
• Problem Solving: Collaborate with Production, Tooling, Maintenance, Quality.
• Process Documentation: Develop and maintain standards and control plans.
• Innovation: Contribute to new product launches, mold development, RJG systems, robotics.
• Vendor Collaboration: Work with equipment suppliers and OEMs on best practices.

Skills

Injection molding

RJG Edart & Copilot

Robotics & EOATs

Lean manufacturing

Training & coaching

Independent work / self-starter

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

RJG Edart

CoPilot RJG

Robotics programming

Automation tooling design

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make \"good things, for life.\" As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities .

Position

Plastics Process Engineer - 2nd shift

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process Expertise : Optimize, troubleshoot, and maintain injection molding operations.


• Continuous Improvement : Implement Lean practices, reduce waste, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).


• Team Leadership : Train and guide production teams to achieve operational excellence.


• Problem Solving : Collaborate with Production, Tooling, Maintenance, and Quality teams to address challenges and implement effective solutions.


• Process Documentation : Develop, maintain, and update process standards, control plans, and quality protocols.


• Innovation : Contribute to new product launches, mold development, and advanced technology implementations, including RJG systems and robotics.


• Vendor Collaboration : Partner with equipment suppliers and OEMs to integrate best practices and lessons learned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related discipline OR equivalent hands-on experience in technical/manufacturing disciplines


• 5+ years in injection molding operations and RJG systems (Edart and Copilot).


• 5+ years in injection molding


• 5+ years with experience in RJG (Edart and Copilot)


• 5+ years with experience in Robotics and EOAT's


• Extensive Experience with mold sampling, mold flow functionality and scientific molding practices


• Proven ability to motivate others, develop creative/innovative techniques to effectively communicate training objectives, and enable successful transfer of skills and address current training needs.


• Must be a self-starter with initiative, capable of working independently and be able to proactively communicate trends within the business.


• Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime


• Excellent problem-solving skills in regard to injection molding

Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering


• RJG certified and understanding in EDart and CoPilot


• Experience in programing Robots, Automation and design of EOAT's


• Experience with implementing Lean process improvement in a manufacturing operation

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equ