Process Engineer - Injection Molding

Dynomax Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynomax Inc. seeks a Process Engineer specialized in injection molding to optimize production processes. This role involves collaborating with design and production teams, ensuring quality assurance, and troubleshooting production issues. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least 10 years of experience. Competitive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with generous company match

Paid holidays and vacation days

Discretionary annual bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in production support within an injection molding environment.
• Knowledge of mold assembly and processing capabilities essential.
• Master Molder Certified preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify process parameters for injection molding.
• Coordinate activities with tooling engineers and production technicians.
• Troubleshoot critical jobs throughout the production run.

Skills

Data collection

Communication

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering

Plastics Engineering degree

Tools

CAD Software

Epicor ERP

Job description

PROCESS ENGINEER - INJECTION MOLDING

Dynomax is a full-service injection molder in the aerospace and defense industries. We perform all mold building, injection molding, automation, maintenance and repair in-house, which enables us to control the entire process for exceptional quality assurance. We have an opportunity available for a Process Engineer, who will act as liaison between Mold Design, Tool Room, and Production Departments.

Process Engineer Responsibilities:

• Develop and modify process parameters for injection molding of electrical components
• Coordinate activities with tooling engineers, toolroom staff, and production technicians
• Perform root cause analysis and resolution of noncomformances where engineering support is required
• Establish and document Methods of Manufacturing (MoM) incorporating key notes and details needed for repeat production, including set up and processing parameters
• Ensurethat engineering documentation is appropriately maintained and controlled
• Sample new molds to produce parts for engineering validation
• Troubleshoot critical jobs throughout the production run
• Provide and implement ideas to improve the efficiency of the Molding Department
• Record and update all processes after ensuring all key areas are correct, including "mold protection"
• Experience with CAD Software (Solidworks preferred)

Process Engineer Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering required; Plastics Engineering degree preferred
• Minimum of 10years experience in production support within an injection molding environment
• Knowledge of mold assembly and its effects on processing capabilities
• Firm understanding of the scientific injection molding process and tool design
• Advanced level of mold setting and injection mold processing knowledge
• Knowledge of raw materials and their processing characteristics
• Excellent data collection and communication skills

Process Engineer Preferred Experience:

• Master Molder Certified
• Epicor ERP experience
• Experience with engineering grade materials such as Liquid Crystal Polymers (LCP), filled and unfilled Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS), Ultem, fluorosilicone rubber, PFA, thermoset resinssuch as Bakelite 1908B-1 (Epiall) and diallyl phthalate (DAP)

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) Plan with a generous Company match
• Paid holidays, vacation days, PTO days
• Optional FSA and Identity Theft Protection
• Optional Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Discretionary annual bonus

Manufacture a great career with Dynomax!

Dynomax provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.