Process Engineer

USF; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401k with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

US Farathane is seeking a Process Engineer in Jackson, TN to support the launch of new products, optimize injection molding processes and drive continuous improvement. The role involves working with Tooling, Molds, and secondary equipment, developing process documentation, and implementing problem-solving approaches.

The ideal candidate has a plastics processing background with 2-3 years of experience, a technical degree or equivalent, and familiarity with A3P and mold flow technology.

Qualifications

• Plastic injection molding background with 2-3 years’ experience in plastics processing.
• Knowledge of standard quality practices and lean manufacturing concepts.
• Must be familiar with A3P and mold flow technology.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in written or scheduled form.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Managers in launch of new products by coordinating with Tool, Manifold and Secondary Equipment Suppliers to ensure optimum performance.
• Sample new molds and materials and provide feedback, documentation, and recommendations.
• Develop process sheets, water diagrams and hot runner diagrams for all assigned jobs.
• Develop operator instructions for secondary equipment.
• Optimize new and current processes to improve efficiency, quality and reduce scrap.
• Be on call to assist off shift with processing problems and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Plastic injection molding

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

A3P

Mold flow technology

Job description

Diversity is an integral part of our corporate culture and success at USF. We welcome all individuals.

US Farathaneis seeking a Process Engineer.

US Farathanehas been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year.We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE’s and TPO’s as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Program Managers in launch of new products by working with Tool, Manifold and Secondary Equipment Suppliers to ensure optimum performance.
• Sample new molds and materials and provide feedback, documentation, and recommendations.
• Develop process sheets, water diagrams and hot runner diagrams for all assigned jobs.
• Develop operator instructions for secondary equipment
• Optimize new and current processes, ensuring efficiency, quality and scrap reduction
• Responsible for continuous improvement by exploring better ways of doing things (I.e. mistake proofing, work cell flow, cost cutting etc.)
• Write programs for robots and automation equipment. Help develop end of arm tooling.
• Set up work cells and workplace layout to maximize efficiency.
• Assist Tool Room with problem communication and maintaining PM levels on all tools.
• Assist Maintenance with problem communication and maintaining PM levels on all equipment.
• Assist Process Techs by taking on all process problems not solved at that level.
• In addition, responsible for the overseeing of all training on processes, robots, assembly equipment, etc.
• Be on call to assist the off shift with any processing problems, which may arise.
• Demonstrate ability to resolve problems systematically using appropriate problem solving tools and techniques (I.e. D.O.E., capability studies, etc.)
• Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures (i.e., Quality Manual, Associate Handbook, etc.).

Qualifications:

• Plastic injection molding background with 2-3 years’ experience in plastics processing.
• Must have a technical degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of standard quality practices and lean manufacturing concepts.
• Must be familiar with A3P and mold flow technology.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to read tooling prints. Ability to read and write basic procedures and job instructions.

US Farathane offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical
• Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Job Promotional Opportunities and much more!

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of US Farathane.

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.