Process Engineer-Injection Molding

Midland-Marvel Recruiters, LLC

Fort Worth, Arlington (TX, TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking an Injection Molding Process Engineer in Fort Worth, TX. The role involves developing and validating molding processes, monitoring operations, and leading automation projects. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with thermoplastics. The position offers a salary range of $90,000 to $120,000 per year and includes benefits like medical insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

5-10 years of experience in a similar position.
Experience in manufacturing or medical/pharmaceutical industries preferred.
Familiarity with Thermoplastics and various Polyolefins is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop new processes for prototype and production using scientific methods.
Monitor and provide technical support for molding operations.
Assist in training molding department technicians.
Ensure availability of high-quality molded parts.
Lead automation projects from concept to validation.

Skills

Process development

Technical support

Team training

Quality control collaboration

Cost and quality improvements

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Dallas, TX — Injection Molding Process Engineer opportunity with a plastics company. Responsible for developing and validating molding processes for prototype, pilot and production using scientific methods; monitoring operations; training the molding team; and collaborating with production, quality control, and engineering to ensure high-quality molded parts.

Responsibilities

Develop new processes for prototype, pilot and production using scientific methods.
Monitor molding operations and provide technical support for processes.
Assist in the development and training of molding department technicians.
Work with production and quality control to ensure availability of high-quality molded parts.
Set specifications for all molding materials and monitor compliance, ensuring materials are applied correctly in molding systems.
Develop and manage process specifications for all molder/mold combinations in the plant.
Monitor molding manufacturing processes and implement cost and quality improvements to minimize waste.
Evaluate and interact with outside supplier sources for molded parts, components, molds, and tooling.
Develop new tooling processes for prototype, pilot and production tooling using scientific methods.
Manage and/or lead automation projects from concept through validation and factory acceptance.
Plan projects effectively and coordinate with all departments to ensure successful execution.
Ensure project documentation is created and revision controlled, including design files, validation protocols and reports, operational procedures, and preventive maintenance plans.
Source vendors and internal design capabilities to create custom automation solutions; communicate professionally with customers and vendors.
Lead discussions with leadership and key stakeholders to determine automation capabilities and goals.
Develop cost estimates for cost-benefit analyses of automation opportunities.
Prepare and write validation documents, user requirements (URS), equipment specifications (FRS), and other documents as needed.
Other duties may be assigned.

Education/Experience

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent; 5-10 years of experience in a similar position. Manufacturing or medical/pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred, particularly with mechanical components or device manufacturing. Experience with Thermoplastics, Polyolefins, Engineered Plastics, Polypropylene, Polyethylene, HDPE, LLDPE or LDPE is a plus.

Seniority level