Process Engineer - Pittsfield

Spectrum Plastics Group; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Plastics Group is seeking an experienced professional for injection molding process development at our Pittsfield, MA location. The role requires overseeing all aspects of the injection molding process, ensuring successful startups, and maintaining overall production efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, 5-7 years of relevant experience, and Master Molder Training. The position offers a full-time work schedule with a competitive salary range of $95,000 to $110,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of injection molding processing experience required.
• Master Molder Training required.
• Understanding of pressure transducers and decoupled molding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee injection molding process development.
• Coordinate activities for smooth production starts.
• Participate in Program Design Reviews.

Skills

Injection molding processing experience

Fundamental Scientific Molding training

Manual dexterity

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced. Location: Apex - Pittsfield, MA (01201). Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: 4 Year Degree. Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year. Travel Percentage: Negligible. Job Shift: Day. Job Category: Engineering.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of injection molding process development for new, incoming, and existing tools. Coordinate all activities required to ensure a successful start‑up to new processes, uninterrupted production and maintaining overall company scrap rate goals.

• Sampling of new, modified or customer supplied tools. Coordinate sample orders and provide efficient mold sampling and data collection. Coordinate with production, engineering, toolroom, quality, and maintenance to ensure all aspects of new production runs are complete prior to actual production.
• Process development, process capability, IQ OQ PQ validations and design of experiments, SPC, machine technology, and capability studies. Use of SIM tools (RJG eDart based) and other advanced platforms to develop robust processing windows on new and current tool and process capability studies, evaluations and recommendations.
• Develop and execute protocols and reports as required to support validation activities. Including SIM tool documentation, process analysis and reporting of data in clear format to be used in Validation Reports.
• Participate in Program (Design) Reviews. Recommend efficient mold design for optimum functionality and processing capability and quality. Identify all necessary requirements for production and processing.
• Identify and document tooling/ process shortcomings and recommend needed changes and/or improvements. Facilitate discussion and review of problems with in‑house tool personnel/process development teams and assist in a documented plan with each customer/tool.
• Evaluate equipment and recommend improvement or replacement. Act as liaison between Production, Engineering, Quality and Sales on all process/tool related issues. Perform design of experiments to improve process and part quality.
• Identify and schedule repairs on any equipment critical to controlling the molding process. Troubleshoot any equipment suspected of malfunction and tag them (limited use or do not use). Develop a plan of attack with manufacturing/production to schedule, troubleshoot and accomplish all applicable repairs. Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to formulate maintenance schedules on equipment.
• Troubleshoot production jobs for continuous improvement opportunities (cycle time, scrap reduction, documentation clarity, etc.) as required. Assist with start‑ups and changeovers when required.
• Assist in developing a preventative maintenance plan and refine plan on an ongoing basis for new tools or equipment.
• Commit to continuous improvement and develop molding technology at Apex Resource Technologies.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed and is committed to continuous improvement in all job functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of injection molding processing experience required.
• Master Molder Training required.
• Fundamental Scientific Molding training, including gate freeze, viscosity curve, short‑shot studies, pressure drop analysis, and DOE support.
• Understanding and knowledge of pressure transducers, decoupled molding, and interaction with injection molding machines.
• Capability and knowledge to set‑up and document Process alarm settings.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must have good vision and manual dexterity.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Repetitive motions are required.
• Must be able to move 1100 lb. gaylords with a pallet jack.
• Requires frequent bending, squatting, and twisting motions.
• Must be able to climb stepladders and stairs.
• Support cross‑functional teams and departments as required.
• Perform job duties in accordance with ISO 13485/9001 including ISO audits.
• Travel may be required to support company initiatives.